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Odell
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.3/10
Located in West Texas, Odell experiences a semi-arid climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers can be scorching with temperatures often exceeding 100°F, while winters are relatively mild, rarely dropping below freezing. The region receives low annual precipitation, averaging around 19 inches, mainly occurring during the summer months in the form of thunderstorms.
Odell lies within the Upper Brazos River Basin, with the Brazos River serving as the primary hydrological feature. The river provides water for irrigation, agriculture, and drinking purposes.
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Odell include fishing, boating, and swimming in the Brazos River. The area offers picturesque landscapes for hiking and camping enthusiasts, allowing visitors to explore the region's unique flora and fauna. Additionally, birdwatching is popular, as the area attracts various migratory bird species.
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): 8.2
Odell receives approximately
692mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 84%
and air temperatures averaging around
17°C.
Odell 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-Pease
Area Rivers
Red-Pease
Snowpack Depths
Red-Pease
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Red-Pease
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millers Creek Reservoir Dispersed | None | 1,343 ft | |||
| Elk City Lake Park | 5 | 1,897 ft | |||
| Altus AFB Military | None | 1,355 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.