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Odessa
Eden Index
Climate
8.8
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
2.8
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Odessa, Texas is located in the western part of the state and has a semi-arid climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. The city experiences low rainfall and high temperatures, with an average of 17 inches of precipitation per year. The hydrology constituents in Odessa include the Colorado River and a number of small creeks and tributaries that flow through the area.
Despite the arid conditions, Odessa offers several outdoor recreation opportunities. The city boasts numerous parks and green spaces, providing residents and visitors with spaces for picnics, walking, and other leisure activities. Odessa is also home to several golf courses and sports fields, offering options for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Additionally, nearby Monahans Sandhills State Park provides opportunities for camping, hiking, sand surfing, and bird watching, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the region.
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): 8.8
Odessa receives approximately
339mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 79%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Odessa 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
Upper Colorado
Area Rivers
Upper Colorado
Snowpack Depths
Upper Colorado
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Colorado
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe Park - McCamey | None | 2,468 ft | |||
| Chamber of Commerce Park - Andrews | 6 | 3,176 ft | |||
| Crane 4-H RV Park | 9 | 2,566 ft | |||
| Florey City Park | 52 | 3,164 ft | |||
| Municipal Trailer Park - Andrews | 12 | 3,170 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): 2.8
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.