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Gordon
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
0.7
•
Community
0.6
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Gordon, Texas is a small town located in Palo Pinto County in the north-central part of the state. The town has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, and flooding can occur during heavy rainfall events. The hydrology constituents of the area include several creeks and small rivers, including Palo Pinto Creek and the Brazos River. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Gordon include fishing, hunting, and camping in nearby parks and wildlife management areas, such as Possum Kingdom State Park and the Brazos River Authority Reservoirs. The area is also home to scenic drives and hiking trails, providing visitors with opportunities to explore the natural beauty of North Texas.
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): 9.8
Gordon receives approximately
793mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Gordon 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
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Area Rivers
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Snowpack Depths
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Brazos-Bosque
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.7
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin City Park | 8 | 1,460 ft | |||
| Promontory - Proctor Lake | 85 | 1,226 ft | |||
| De Leon Community Park | None | 1,282 ft | |||
| Sowell Creek - Proctor Lake | 60 | 1,212 ft | |||
| Copperas Creek - Proctor Lake | 65 | 1,217 ft | |||
| Stephenville City Park | 10 | 1,262 ft | |||
| Possum Kingdom State Park | 16 | 1,070 ft | |||
| Richardson State Park | None | 1,091 ft | |||
| Lometa Regional Park | 12 | 1,475 ft | |||
| Weiser Community Park | None | 1,485 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 0.6
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.