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Texarkana
Eden Index
Climate
9.5
•
Recreation
5.9
•
Community
2.6
•
Safeguard
6.5/10
Texarkana, Texas is a city located on the border of Texas and Arkansas, serving as the economic and cultural hub of the Texarkana metropolitan area. The city has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Summers are typically hot and humid, with temperatures often reaching the mid to upper 90s Fahrenheit. Winters are mild, with temperatures averaging in the 50s and occasional freezing temperatures.
The hydrology of Texarkana is influenced by the Red River, which forms part of the Texas-Arkansas border. Other major water bodies in the area include Lake Wright Patman and Sulphur River. These water sources provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based recreational activities.
Texarkana offers various outdoor recreation opportunities. The city has several parks and green spaces where residents and visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, picnicking, and sports. Spring Lake Park is a popular destination with walking trails, playgrounds, and a pond for fishing. Opportunities for hunting, birdwatching, and camping can be found in the surrounding rural areas. Additionally, there are golf courses and sports complexes available for sports enthusiasts.
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): 9.5
Texarkana receives approximately
1252mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 78%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Texarkana 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
Big Cypress - Sulphur
Area Rivers
Big Cypress - Sulphur
Snowpack Depths
Big Cypress - Sulphur
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Big Cypress - Sulphur
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.9
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Creek - Town Bluff Reservoir | 70 | 112 ft | |||
| Sandy Creek | 15 | 161 ft | |||
| Caney Creek | 25 | 164 ft | |||
| Magnolia Ridge - Town Bluff Reservoir | 40 | 90 ft | |||
| Boykin Spring | 25 | 220 ft | |||
| Ebenezer - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 30 | 192 ft | |||
| Martin Dies State Park | 225 | 88 ft | |||
| Twin Dikes - Sam Rayburn Reservior | 45 | 198 ft | |||
| Campers Cove - Town Bluff Reservoir | None | 93 ft | |||
| Rayburn - Sam Rayburn Reservoir | 70 | 183 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): 2.6
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.