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Wildorado
Eden Index
Climate
9.3
•
Recreation
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.1/10
Wildorado is a small town located in Oldham County, Texas, with a population of approximately 200 residents. The region experiences a semi-arid climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Summers are typically hot and dry, with temperatures often exceeding 90°F (32°C), while winters are relatively mild, with average temperatures ranging from 35°F to 60°F (1°C to 15°C). Precipitation is scarce throughout the year, averaging around 19 inches (480 mm) annually.
As for hydrology constituents, Wildorado lies within the Canadian River watershed, with the nearby Canadian River serving as a vital water source for the region. Additionally, the area is also prone to flash floods during heavy rainfall events due to its relatively flat topography.
While Wildorado is a small community, it offers various outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors. The region is known for its vast grasslands, making it ideal for activities such as birdwatching, hiking, and nature photography. Hunting and fishing are also popular recreational activities, with game species including deer, quail, dove, and turkey. Overall, Wildorado's climate, hydrology constituents, and outdoor recreation opportunities make it an appealing destination 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): 9.3
Wildorado receives approximately
466mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 73%
and air temperatures averaging around
14°C.
Wildorado 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
Prairie Dog Town Fork Red
Area Rivers
Prairie Dog Town Fork Red
Snowpack Depths
Prairie Dog Town Fork Red
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Prairie Dog Town Fork Red
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hereford City RV Park | None | 3,824 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
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): 1.5
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.