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Wild-Horse
Eden Index
Climate
8.6
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Recreation
•
Community
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Safeguard
3.5/10
Wild Horse, Colorado, is a small town located in Cheyenne County in the southeastern region of the state. The climate in Wild Horse is generally dry, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50°F, with temperatures reaching the low 90s in summer and dropping to the mid-20s in winter. Precipitation is limited, averaging around 12 inches per year, and mainly occurs in the form of snow during the winter months.
Hydrologically, Wild Horse is situated in a semi-arid region with limited water resources. The town relies on groundwater and wells for its water supply. The primary water source is the Denver Basin Aquifer System, which provides water for both residential and agricultural purposes.
Outdoor recreation opportunities abound in Wild Horse and its surrounding areas. With its vast open spaces and scenic beauty, visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, camping, and birdwatching. The nearby Wild Horse Reservoir offers opportunities for fishing and boating. The region is also known for its excellent opportunities for hunting, including deer and upland bird hunting. Exploring the surrounding grasslands, visitors can witness diverse wildlife and experience the tranquility of the Colorado prairie. With its unique climate, hydrology, and outdoor recreation opportunities, Wild Horse, Colorado, offers a charming getaway for nature 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): 8.6
Wild-Horse receives approximately
399mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 72%
and air temperatures averaging around
10°C.
Wild-Horse has a plant hardyness factor of
5, 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
Upper Arkansas
Area Rivers
Upper Arkansas
Snowpack Depths
Upper Arkansas
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Upper Arkansas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point - John Martin State Park | 65 | 3,884 ft | |||
| Lake Hasty - John Martin State Park | 213 | 3,756 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.