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Verhalen
Eden Index
Climate
8.9
•
Recreation
2.2
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
5.0/10
Verhalen, Texas is a small unincorporated community located in Pecos County, West Texas. The climate in Verhalen is characterized as a semi-arid desert climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Summers are typically hot and dry, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F (38°C). Winters are relatively mild, with temperatures ranging from 30°F (-1°C) to 60°F (15°C). Precipitation is limited, with an annual average of less than 10 inches, mostly occurring during the summer months.
The hydrology constituents in Verhalen primarily consist of the surrounding arid landscape, with minimal surface water resources. Groundwater is the main source of water supply for the community. The region is known for its vast underground aquifers, such as the Pecos Valley Aquifer, which provides water for both residential and agricultural purposes.
Despite the arid climate, Verhalen offers several outdoor recreation opportunities. The area is known for its scenic beauty, providing opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. The nearby Fort Stockton State Historic Site offers visitors a glimpse into the region's history, with preserved ruins and exhibits. Additionally, the nearby Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute provides educational and recreational opportunities focused on the unique desert ecosystem.
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
Verhalen receives approximately
285mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 53%
and air temperatures averaging around
19°C.
Verhalen 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): 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.
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): 2.5
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.