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Fort-Hood
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.7
•
Community
1.8
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Fort Hood is a United States Army post located in Killeen, Texas with a subtropical climate. The summers are long and hot, while winters are short and mild. The post is situated in the Lampasas River watershed, which is characterized by a variety of hydrology constituents such as streams, rivers, and springs. Outdoor recreation opportunities include fishing, hunting, hiking, and camping. Lake Belton and Stillhouse Hollow Lake provide excellent opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities. The post also has several parks and picnic areas, as well as a variety of sports facilities, including golf courses, tennis courts, and a swimming pool.
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): 8.3
Fort-Hood receives approximately
839mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Fort-Hood has a plant hardyness factor of
8, 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
Little
Area Rivers
Little
Snowpack Depths
Little
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Little
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Mabry Military | None | 654 ft | |||
| Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis | 420 | 781 ft | |||
| Lockhart State Park | 20 | 499 ft | |||
| Berry Springs Park and Preserve | None | 673 ft | |||
| Jim Hogg - Lake Georgetown | None | 880 ft | |||
| McKinney Falls State Park | 89 | 571 ft | |||
| Emma Long Metropolitan Park | 60 | 499 ft | |||
| Cedar Breaks - Lake Georgetown | None | 841 ft | |||
| Arkansas Bend - Lake Travis | None | 724 ft | |||
| Cypress Creek - Lake Travis | None | 804 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): 1.8
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.