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Graford
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
1.3
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.3/10
Graford is a small town in North Central Texas with a population of approximately 600. The town has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area is characterized by a mix of prairie grasslands and oak-hickory woodlands. The hydrology constituents of the area include the Possum Kingdom Lake, which is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and watersports. The lake also provides opportunities for hiking, camping, and picnicking. Other outdoor recreation opportunities in Graford include hunting, birdwatching, and exploring the nearby state parks, including the Mineral Wells State Park and the Lake Mineral Wells Trailway. Overall, Graford offers a serene and peaceful retreat for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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
Graford receives approximately
829mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Graford 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): 1.3
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 | |||
| Copperas Creek - Proctor Lake | 65 | 1,217 ft | |||
| Promontory - Proctor Lake | 85 | 1,226 ft | |||
| Richardson State Park | None | 1,091 ft | |||
| De Leon Community Park | None | 1,282 ft | |||
| Possum Kingdom State Park | 16 | 1,070 ft | |||
| Stephenville City Park | 10 | 1,262 ft | |||
| Hapgood RV Park | 12 | 881 ft | |||
| Weiser Community Park | None | 1,485 ft | |||
| Sowell Creek - Proctor Lake | 60 | 1,212 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):
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.