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Grant
Eden Index
Climate
7.2
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
0.9
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Grant, Louisiana is located in the southwestern part of the state and has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The area receives an average of 60 inches of rain annually, which contributes to the many streams and rivers that run through the region. Hydrology constituents include the Calcasieu River, Sabine River, and numerous smaller creeks and bayous. Outdoor recreation opportunities in the area include fishing, hunting, boating, and hiking. Sam Houston Jones State Park and the wildlife management areas are popular destinations for outdoor enthusiasts. The area also hosts several festivals and events throughout the year, including the Louisiana Cajun Food Festival and the Coushatta Powwow.
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): 7.2
Grant receives approximately
1560mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Grant 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
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Area Rivers
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Snowpack Depths
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Calcasieu - Mermentau
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.5
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Colfax Rec Area Campground | 25 | 96 ft | |||
Coyote Camp Complex | 13 | 367 ft | |||
Turkey Trot Complex | 25 | 261 ft | |||
Lorrain Parish Park | 15 | 5 ft | |||
DeGray Lake State Park | 113 | 403 ft | |||
Cloud Crossing Complex | 13 | 130 ft | |||
Cedar Glades Park | None | 562 ft | |||
Bucktail Camp Complex | 40 | 296 ft | |||
Gulpha Gorge - Hot Springs National Park | 44 | 540 ft | |||
Kisatchie Bayou Complex | 30 | 167 ft | |||
Iron Mountain - De Gray Lake | 69 | 456 ft | |||
River Road | None | 355 ft | |||
Oak Camp Complex | 23 | 300 ft | |||
Gum Springs Complex | 30 | 264 ft | |||
White Oak Lake State Park | None | 208 ft | |||
Red Bluff Camp Complex | 10 | 205 ft | |||
Lake Sylvia | 27 | 704 ft | |||
Corney Lake Complex | 25 | 121 ft | |||
Fullerton Complex | 36 | 307 ft | |||
Lotus Camp | 20 | 215 ft | |||
White Oak Park | 7 | 12 ft | |||
John Blank Sportsman Park | None | 14 ft | |||
Lake Catherine State Park | None | 396 ft | |||
Lake Claiborne State Park | None | 337 ft | |||
Custis Camp Complex | 10 | 302 ft | |||
Enduro Complex | 35 | 269 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): 0.9
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.