Boulder City, Nevada
A historic, growth-controlled community on the doorstep of Lake Mead and Hoover Dam
Boulder City
Boulder City sits about 26 miles southeast of Las Vegas, wedged between the desert and the shoreline of Lake Mead, with Hoover Dam just a few minutes' drive away. It began in 1931 as a federal government town built by the Bureau of Reclamation to house Hoover Dam workers, and incorporated in 1960.
Boulder City is one of only two places in Nevada where gambling is prohibited by city charter. City code also limits new residential construction to 120 building permits per year and caps hotels at 35 rooms, keeping the town's historic downtown intact.
Where Community Meets Daily Life
Nevada Way is anchored by the 1933 Boulder Dam Hotel, now home to the Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum.
Boulder City is the closest incorporated city to Hoover Dam and sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
As one of only two gambling-free municipalities in Nevada, Boulder City has a distinctly different, family-oriented character.
An Exceptional Daily Life
Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum
Hoover Dam
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
Boulder Creek Golf Course
Historic downtown Nevada Way district
Schools Serving Boulder City
| School | Grades | District |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew J. Mitchell Elementary School | Elementary | — |
| Elton & Madeline Garrett Junior High School | Middle | — |
| Boulder City High School | High | — |
School assignments are based on address and subject to change. Verify current zoning and enrollment directly with the Clark County School District (CCSD) or the applicable school before purchasing.
History & Development
Boulder City was built in 1931 by the Bureau of Reclamation to house the Hoover Dam workforce, and incorporated as a city on January 4, 1960.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. Boulder City is one of only two places in Nevada where gambling is prohibited by city charter.
Yes. City code caps new construction at 120 residential building permits per year and limits hotels to no more than 35 rooms.
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