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Robert-Lee
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
2.5
•
Community
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Located in Coke County, Texas, Robert Lee is a small town with a population of around 1,000 residents. The climate in Robert Lee is characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers can be scorching, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F, while winters are relatively mild, with average temperatures ranging from the 40s to 60s°F. Precipitation is limited, with an average annual rainfall of around 25 inches.
Hydrologically, Robert Lee is situated near the Colorado River, which serves as a crucial water source for the area. The river provides opportunities for water-based activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the natural beauty of Robert Lee and its surroundings. Lake E.V. Spence, located just west of the town, offers various recreational opportunities, including fishing for bass, crappie, and catfish. Hunting is also popular in the area, with game species like white-tailed deer and wild turkey. Additionally, the surrounding landscape is ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and camping, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the serene beauty of the region's rolling hills and vast open spaces.
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): 7.9
Robert-Lee receives approximately
573mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 89%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Robert-Lee 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): 2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equalization Channel - Twin Buttes Reservoir | None | 1,956 ft | |||
| Wildcat Park - Spence Reservoir | 14 | 1,932 ft | |||
| Robert Lee City Park | 8 | 1,842 ft | |||
| Middle Concho Park | None | 1,880 ft | |||
| Twin Buttes Park | None | 1,946 ft | |||
| Water Valley County Park | 18 | 2,071 ft | |||
| Rough Creek Park - Spence Reservoir | None | 1,944 ft | |||
| Goodfellow AFB Military | None | 1,879 ft | |||
| San Angelo State Park | 200 | 1,944 ft | |||
| Paint Creek Park - Spence Reservoir | 10 | 1,925 ft | |||
| Spring Creek Marina & RV Park - San Angelo | 83 | 1,873 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.