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Tom-Bean
Eden Index
Climate
9.8
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
3.1
•
Safeguard
5.5/10
Tom Bean is a small city located in Grayson County, Texas. It has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Summers are typically hot and humid, with temperatures often reaching the mid-90s°F (35°C). Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing.
Hydrologically, Tom Bean is part of the Red River Basin. The area is characterized by several creeks and streams that contribute to the local hydrology. Bois d'Arc Creek, one of the major water bodies in the region, runs through the city, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking.
Tom Bean offers various outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors alike. The city has several parks and green spaces where people can enjoy picnicking, walking, and playing sports. Bois d'Arc Park is a popular spot that offers amenities such as a playground, picnic tables, and baseball fields. Additionally, nearby Lake Texoma provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. The surrounding countryside also offers scenic landscapes for hiking and camping 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): 9.8
Tom-Bean receives approximately
1058mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 75%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Tom-Bean 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 Trinity
Area Rivers
Upper Trinity
Snowpack Depths
Upper Trinity
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Trinity
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mott - Bardwell Lake | 40 | 463 ft | |||
| Lighthouse Resort | None | 673 ft | |||
| Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake | 70 | 469 ft | |||
| Lake Mexia Rec Area | 22 | 471 ft | |||
| Dam Site | None | 560 ft | |||
| Platter Flats - Lake Texoma | None | 646 ft | |||
| Erwin Park - McKinney | None | 637 ft | |||
| Oak Park - Navarro Mills Reservoir | 50 | 465 ft | |||
| Highview - Bardwell Lake | 40 | 432 ft | |||
| East Burns Run - Lake Texoma | None | 661 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): 3.1
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.