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Henrietta
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
3.8
•
Community
•
Safeguard
5.2/10
Henrietta, Texas is located in Clay County, with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The main hydrology constituents in the area are the Red River and the Wichita River, with several creeks and streams also present. Outdoor recreation opportunities in Henrietta include fishing and boating in Lake Arrowhead and Lake Kickapoo, as well as hiking and camping in the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. There are also several parks in Henrietta, including Clay County Pioneer Park, which features a playground, picnic area, and walking trails.
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
Henrietta receives approximately
785mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Henrietta 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
Red-Lake Texoma
Area Rivers
Red-Lake Texoma
Snowpack Depths
Red-Lake Texoma
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Red-Lake Texoma
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 3.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chisolm Trail Ridge - Waurika Lake | None | 975 ft | |||
| Hapgood RV Park | 12 | 881 ft | |||
| Medicine Creek RV Military - Fort Sill | None | 1,138 ft | |||
| Moneka Park - Waurika Lake | None | 906 ft | |||
| Edgewater Park - Lawton | None | 1,246 ft | |||
| Richardson State Park | None | 1,091 ft | |||
| Lake Mineral Wells State Park | 105 | 875 ft | |||
| Wichita Ridge - Waurika Lake | None | 1,001 ft | |||
| Lake Arrowhead State Park | 71 | 952 ft | |||
| Kiowa Park - Waurika Lake | None | 979 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.