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Laverne
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
0.6
•
Community
1.3
•
Safeguard
3.7/10
Laverne, Oklahoma is a small town located in Harper County, in the southwestern part of the state. The town has a population of approximately 1,300 people. Laverne experiences a typical Great Plains climate with hot summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from the high 80s °F (31-32 °C) in July to the low 40s °F (4-6 °C) in January.
Hydrologically, Laverne is situated near the Beaver River, which is a tributary of the North Canadian River. The region is characterized by a semi-arid climate, resulting in low annual precipitation levels, averaging around 20 inches (51 cm) per year.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Laverne and its surrounding areas are abundant. The town is in close proximity to the Beaver Dunes State Park, offering visitors opportunities for camping, picnicking, hiking, and off-road vehicle riding on the vast sand dunes. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Canton Lake, known for its walleye, crappie, and catfish populations. Laverne is also surrounded by vast grasslands, making it a great destination for bird watching and wildlife photography.
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): 7.9
Laverne receives approximately
557mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
15°C.
Laverne has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder 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
Lower Beaver
Area Rivers
Lower Beaver
Snowpack Depths
Lower Beaver
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Beaver
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge City Roadside Park | 5 | 2,526 ft | |||
| Skipout | 12 | 2,285 ft | |||
| Doby Springs Park | 18 | 1,975 ft | |||
| Laverne Municipal Park | 4 | 2,118 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): 1.3
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.