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Toyah
Eden Index
Climate
8.9
•
Recreation
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.6/10
Toyah, Texas is a small town located in Reeves County, west Texas. It experiences a arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. Summers are scorching, with temperatures often exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit, while winters remain relatively comfortable with average highs in the 50s. The area receives minimal rainfall, averaging around 11 inches annually.
Hydrologically, Toyah is situated in the Rio Grande watershed, with the Pecos River flowing nearby. However, water availability can be a challenge, as the region is prone to droughts. The town relies on groundwater sources for its water supply.
Despite the arid conditions, Toyah offers several outdoor recreation opportunities. The surrounding area is ideal for activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The nearby Balmorhea State Park is a popular destination, featuring a natural spring-fed swimming pool and opportunities for fishing and scuba diving. Additionally, the area is known for its scenic landscapes and stunning sunsets, providing a picturesque backdrop for outdoor 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): 8.9
Toyah receives approximately
292mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 53%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Toyah 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
Lower Pecos
Area Rivers
Lower Pecos
Snowpack Depths
Lower Pecos
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Pecos
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.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pecos River Corridor Dispersed | None | 2,876 ft | |||
| Davis Mountains State Park | 94 | 5,024 ft | |||
| Balmorhea State Park | 34 | 3,313 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.