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Roaring-Springs
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
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Recreation
•
Community
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Safeguard
3.9/10
Roaring Springs, Texas is a small town located in Motley County, in the central part of the state. The climate in Roaring Springs is characterized as semi-arid, with hot summers and mild winters. Summers see temperatures averaging in the mid-90s Fahrenheit, while winters are relatively mild with average temperatures in the 50s Fahrenheit. Precipitation is scarce, with an average annual rainfall of around 20 inches.
Hydrology constituents in Roaring Springs are primarily influenced by the Double Mountain Fork Brazos River and several creeks that flow through the area. These water sources provide essential irrigation for agriculture in the region.
Roaring Springs offers a range of outdoor recreation opportunities. The town is surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and vast open spaces, making it ideal for hiking, camping, and birdwatching. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy angling in the Double Mountain Fork Brazos River, known for its diverse fish population. The nearby Caprock Canyons State Park and Trailway also offer opportunities for horseback riding, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing, including the iconic Texas bison herd. With its unique natural beauty and outdoor attractions, Roaring Springs provides visitors and residents alike with a chance to appreciate the splendor of the Texas landscape.
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): 9.7
Roaring-Springs receives approximately
576mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 63%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Roaring-Springs 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
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Area Rivers
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Snowpack Depths
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Reservoir Storage Capacity
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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.
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.