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Gause
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
1.1
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
3.9/10
Gause is a small community located in Milam County, Texas. The climate in Gause is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The area receives about 40 inches of rainfall per year, with the wettest months being May and October. The hydrology constituents in the area include the Little River and several creeks and ponds. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Gause include fishing, hunting, and camping. The Little River is a popular spot for fishing, with many species of fish available, including bass, catfish, and crappie. Hunting is also popular in the area, with opportunities for deer, turkey, and hog hunting available. The nearby Yegua Creek Park offers camping and hiking opportunities, as well as fishing and swimming in the Yegua Creek.
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): 8.2
Gause receives approximately
957mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Gause 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
Lower Brazos
Area Rivers
Lower Brazos
Snowpack Depths
Lower Brazos
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Brazos
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town Square - Fayetteville | None | 409 ft | |||
| Yegua Creek - Lake Somerville | 80 | 282 ft | |||
| Oak Thicket Park - Fayette Lake | 20 | 405 ft | |||
| Brackenridge Plantation | None | 48 ft | |||
| Nails Creek - Lake Somerville State Park | 60 | 276 ft | |||
| Overlook - Lake Somerville | 65 | 273 ft | |||
| Park Prarie - Lake Fayette | 12 | 406 ft | |||
| Rocky Creek - Lake Somerville | 200 | 284 ft | |||
| Lake Texana State Park | 55 | 51 ft | |||
| Birch Creek - Lake Somerville State Park | 125 | 266 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): 1.0
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.