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Vici
Eden Index
Climate
8.2
•
Recreation
•
Community
1.9
•
Safeguard
3.8/10
Vici, Oklahoma is a small town located in Dewey County in the central part of the state. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers are typically hot and humid, with temperatures often reaching the 90s and occasional thunderstorms. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures ranging from the 30s to the 50s.
Hydrologically, Vici is situated in the North Canadian River Watershed, which encompasses various streams and tributaries. The area is mainly flat with a few rolling hills, and the soil is predominantly composed of sand and clay.
Despite being a small town, Vici offers several outdoor recreation opportunities. The nearby Glass Mountains provide opportunities for hiking and wildlife viewing, with unique geological formations and stunning views. Alabaster Caverns State Park, located a short drive away, offers guided cave tours and camping facilities. The area is also popular for fishing, with several lakes and ponds in the vicinity, including Boiling Springs State Park, where visitors can enjoy activities such as boating, swimming, and picnicking.
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): 8.2
Vici receives approximately
694mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 81%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Vici has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
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 North Canadian
Area Rivers
Lower North Canadian
Snowpack Depths
Lower North Canadian
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower North Canadian
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foss State Park | None | 1,705 ft | |||
| Alabaster Caverns State Park | None | 1,726 ft | |||
| Lake Coldwater | None | 2,022 ft | |||
| Elk City Lake Park | 5 | 1,897 ft | |||
| Boiling Springs State Park | None | 1,876 ft | |||
| Hobart Lions Club RV Park | 8 | 1,546 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): 1.9
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.