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Glencoe
Eden Index
Climate
8.3
•
Recreation
3.1
•
Community
1.4
•
Safeguard
4.7/10
Glencoe, Oklahoma is located in the northern part of the state and has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area is heavily influenced by the Arkansas River basin and is home to several creeks and small bodies of water. The town is also near the Keystone Lake, a popular destination for fishing, boating, and camping. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Glencoe include hiking and biking trails, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Arkansas River and its tributaries, as well as several aquifers that supply water for agriculture and residential use.
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
Glencoe receives approximately
956mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Glencoe 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
Arkansas - Keystone
Area Rivers
Arkansas - Keystone
Snowpack Depths
Arkansas - Keystone
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Arkansas - Keystone
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckhorn - Chickasaw National Rec Area | 134 | 930 ft | |||
| Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center | 300 | 1,083 ft | |||
| Central - Chickasaw National Rec Area | 10 | 961 ft | |||
| Guy Sandy - Chickasaw National Rec Area | None | 1,015 ft | |||
| The Point - Chickasaw National Rec Area | None | 937 ft | |||
| Cold Springs - Chickasaw National Rec Area | 65 | 984 ft | |||
| Wes Watkins Reservoir | 62 | 1,113 ft | |||
| R.C. Longmire Lake | None | 1,002 ft | |||
| Shawnee Twin Lakes | None | 1,101 ft | |||
| Rock Creek - Chickasaw National Rec Area | 106 | 959 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): 1.4
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.