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Eufaula
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
4.5
•
Community
1.6
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Eufaula, Oklahoma is a small town located in McIntosh County, Oklahoma. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town is situated near the Eufaula Lake, which is a reservoir that provides water for drinking, irrigation, and recreation. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including catfish and bass. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Eufaula, including fishing, camping, hiking, and boating. The town also has several parks and recreational facilities for residents and visitors to enjoy. Eufaula is a great place to visit for those who enjoy outdoor activities and want to experience the natural beauty of Oklahoma.
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): 8.0
Eufaula receives approximately
1146mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 90%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Eufaula has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
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
Lower North Canadian
Area Rivers
Lower North Canadian
Snowpack Depths
Lower North Canadian
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower North Canadian
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 4.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanders Cove - Pat Mayse Lake | 90 | 541 ft | |||
| Lamar Point - Pat Mayse Lake | None | 506 ft | |||
| Virgil Point - Hugo Lake | None | 452 ft | |||
| Rattan Landing - Hugo Lake | None | 433 ft | |||
| Sardis Cove | None | 688 ft | |||
| Pat Mayse West - Pat Mayse Lake | 85 | 481 ft | |||
| Pat Mayse East - Pat Mayse Lake | 25 | 504 ft | |||
| Elm Point - Eufaula Lake | None | 599 ft | |||
| Hugo Lake - Kiamichi State Park | None | 468 ft | |||
| Kiamichi Park - Hugo Lake | None | 464 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): 1.6
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.