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Frankston
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
2.4
•
Community
2.2
•
Safeguard
5.3/10
Frankston, Texas is a small town located in the eastern part of the state. The climate in Frankston is characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with average temperature ranging from the mid-80s to mid-90s in the summer and mid-40s to mid-50s in the winter. The town is surrounded by several creeks and lakes, including Lake Palestine and the Neches River, which provide ample opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. Outdoor enthusiasts can also explore the nearby Piney Woods region, which is home to numerous hiking and biking trails, wildlife reserves, and state parks, including Tyler State Park and Davy Crockett National Forest. Hydrology constituents in the area include high levels of calcium, magnesium, and bicarbonate, which can impact water hardness and taste.
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): 9.7
Frankston receives approximately
1119mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Frankston 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
Neches
Area Rivers
Neches
Snowpack Depths
Neches
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Neches
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Holbrook Park - South | None | 379 ft | |||
| Kellys Pond Dispersed | 8 | 237 ft | |||
| Governor Jim Hogg RV Park - Quitman | None | 394 ft | |||
| Lake Holbrook Park - West | None | 383 ft | |||
| Lake Jacksonville Campground | 17 | 427 ft | |||
| Stubblefield Lake | 60 | 219 ft | |||
| Spring Creek Park | 11 | 184 ft | |||
| Cagle Rec Area | 47 | 257 ft | |||
| Huntsville State Park | 190 | 349 ft | |||
| Lake Quitman Park | None | 414 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): 2.2
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.