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Boulder-City
Eden Index
Climate
7.8
•
Recreation
5.8
•
Community
3.2
•
Safeguard
6.0/10
Located in the southern part of Nevada, Boulder City is a small city with a population of around 16,000. The city experiences a desert climate with hot summers and mild winters. As a desert region, the hydrology constituents in Boulder City are limited, with the Colorado River being the primary source of water. The city offers a range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, biking, rock climbing, and water sports on Lake Mead. Boulder City is also home to a number of parks and nature trails, including the River Mountains Loop Trail, which offers panoramic views of the lake and surrounding desert landscapes. Overall, Boulder City offers a unique blend of desert terrain and outdoor activities for visitors and residents alike.
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): 7.8
Boulder-City receives approximately
132mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 36%
and air temperatures averaging around
21°C.
Boulder-City has a plant hardyness factor of
9, 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
Central Nevada Desert Basins
Area Rivers
Central Nevada Desert Basins
Snowpack Depths
Central Nevada Desert Basins
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Central Nevada Desert Basins
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 5.8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callville Bay - Lake Mead National Rec Area | 80 | 1,249 ft | |||
| Boulder Beach RV - Lake Mead National Rec Area | 154 | 1,269 ft | |||
| Cottonwood Cove - Lake Mead National Rec Area | 150 | 684 ft | |||
| Las Vegas Bay - Lake Mead National Rec Area | 150 | 1,266 ft | |||
| Boxcar Canyon Dispersed - Lake Mead NRA | None | 1,200 ft | |||
| 8 Mile Rd Dispersed - Lake Mead NRA | None | 1,246 ft | |||
| Knob Hill Dispersed | None | 4,112 ft | |||
| Willow Beach - Lake Mead National Rec Area | 37 | 658 ft | |||
| Crawdad Cove Dispersed - Lake Mead NRA | None | 1,200 ft | |||
| Government Wash Dispersed - Lake Mead NRA | None | 1,242 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): 3.2
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.