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Meadow
Eden Index
Climate
9.2
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.6/10
Meadow, Texas is a small town located in Terry County, in the western part of the state. The climate in Meadow is classified as semi-arid, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers typically see temperatures reaching the mid to high 90s°F (mid 30s°C), while winters are generally mild with temperatures ranging from the 40s°F (single digits°C) during the day to freezing at night.
Hydrologically, Meadow is situated in an area where water resources can be scarce. The town relies on groundwater sources for its water supply, which are recharged primarily from rainfall. The local hydrology is associated with the Ogallala Aquifer, a large underground water source that stretches across several states.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Meadow are abundant. The town is surrounded by vast grasslands and prairies, making it an ideal location for hiking, bird-watching, and wildlife observation. Nearby Lake Alan Henry offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. Hunting is also popular in the area, with game such as deer, quail, and dove available for hunting during appropriate seasons. Meadow provides a peaceful and natural environment for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and enjoy.
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): 9.2
Meadow receives approximately
460mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Meadow 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
Upper Colorado
Area Rivers
Upper Colorado
Snowpack Depths
Upper Colorado
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Colorado
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levelland City RV Park | None | 3,507 ft | |||
| Waylon Jennings | 56 | 3,557 ft | |||
| Coleman City RV Park | None | 3,272 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):
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.