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Edna
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
3.4
•
Community
3.0
•
Safeguard
4.9/10
Edna, Texas has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 46 inches of rainfall per year, making it a part of the Gulf Coastal Plain. Hydrology constituents of the region include the Lavaca River, which runs through the town, and several smaller creeks and tributaries. Outdoor recreation opportunities include fishing and boating on the Lavaca River, as well as hiking and birdwatching at the nearby Lake Texana State Park. Additionally, the town has several parks and outdoor sports facilities, including baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, and a skatepark.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.5
Edna receives approximately
1049mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
21°C.
Edna has a plant hardyness factor of
9, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Lavaca
Area Rivers
Lavaca
Snowpack Depths
Lavaca
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lavaca
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.4
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenridge Plantation | None | 48 ft | |||
| Magnolia Beach | None | 3 ft | |||
| Austwell City Park | None | 24 ft | |||
| Town Square - Fayetteville | None | 409 ft | |||
| Lighthouse Beach RV Park | 55 | 5 ft | |||
| Rocky Creek - Lake Somerville | 200 | 284 ft | |||
| Oak Thicket Park - Fayette Lake | 20 | 405 ft | |||
| Lake Texana State Park | 55 | 51 ft | |||
| Indianola County Historic Park | None | 3 ft | |||
| Park Prarie - Lake Fayette | 12 | 406 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 3.0
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.