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Granbury
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
5.1
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
6.5/10
Granbury is a city located in North Central Texas with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The city sits on the shores of Lake Granbury, which is part of the Brazos River system. The lake serves as a source of drinking water for the city and provides recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The hydrology constituents of the lake include dissolved oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus, which can impact the water quality. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area also include hiking and camping at nearby parks such as Acton Nature Center and Dinosaur Valley State Park. Overall, Granbury offers a wide range of outdoor activities for nature 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
Granbury receives approximately
849mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Granbury 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): 5.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian State Park | 15 | 1,010 ft | |||
| Black Creek Lake | 24 | 947 ft | |||
| Faunt Leroy City Park | 11 | 750 ft | |||
| West Fort Hood RV Military | None | 987 ft | |||
| Dinosaur Valley State Park | 46 | 710 ft | |||
| Union Grove - Stillhouse Hollow Lake | 35 | 660 ft | |||
| Wise County Park | 24 | 894 ft | |||
| Hunter Park - Lake Granbury | None | 699 ft | |||
| Thorp Spring - Lake Granbury | None | 698 ft | |||
| Dana Peak - Stillhouse Hollow Lake | 25 | 622 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): 3.2
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.