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Oakdale
Eden Index
Climate
7.2
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
2.0
•
Safeguard
4.2/10
Oakdale, Louisiana is a small town located in Allen Parish. Its climate is classified as humid subtropical, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from the 80s°F in summer to the 50s°F in winter. The area receives ample rainfall throughout the year, making it ideal for various hydrological activities. Oakdale is surrounded by beautiful lakes, rivers, and creeks, offering excellent opportunities for fishing, boating, and water sports. The nearby Kisatchie National Forest provides a vast expanse of outdoor recreation, including hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Oakdale also boasts several parks and trails, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and tranquil environment of the area.
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
Oakdale receives approximately
1587mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 80%
and air temperatures averaging around
20°C.
Oakdale 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valentine Lake South Shore | None | 176 ft | |||
| John Blank Sportsman Park | None | 14 ft | |||
| Loran Site Complex | 30 | 230 ft | |||
| Cotile Rec Area | 100 | 164 ft | |||
| Indian Creek Recreation Area | None | 105 ft | |||
| Crooked Creek Rec Area | None | 103 ft | |||
| Valentine Lake North Shore | 14 | 156 ft | |||
| Kincaid Complex | 272 | 164 ft | |||
| Evangeline Camp Complex | 14 | 158 ft | |||
| Rapides Coliseum | None | 78 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): 2.0
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.