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Kellerville
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
•
Community
0.7
•
Safeguard
3.4/10
Kellerville, Texas is a small town located in the southern part of the state, known for its pleasant climate and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers in Kellerville are typically hot and humid, with temperatures often reaching the high 90s Fahrenheit (mid 30s Celsius), while winters are mild, with temperatures ranging from the 40s to 60s Fahrenheit (5-15 degrees Celsius).
Hydrologically, Kellerville benefits from its proximity to the Sabine River, which flows just a few miles south of the town. The river provides a source of freshwater for the area and offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and other water-based activities. Additionally, there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout the region, providing further opportunities for boating and fishing enthusiasts.
Outdoor recreation is abundant in and around Kellerville, with numerous parks and nature reserves in the vicinity. Visitors and residents alike can enjoy hiking and biking trails, bird-watching, camping, and picnicking. The surrounding countryside also offers opportunities for hunting, horseback riding, and off-roading. Overall, Kellerville's pleasant climate and diverse outdoor recreation options make it an attractive destination 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): 8.0
Kellerville receives approximately
601mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 83%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Kellerville 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
North Fork Red
Area Rivers
North Fork Red
Snowpack Depths
North Fork Red
Reservoir Storage Capacity
North Fork Red
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI):
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whigham Park - Perryton | 5 | 2,931 ft | |||
| Wolf Creek Park - Perryton | 94 | 2,676 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): 0.7
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.