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City of Glenns Ferry

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City Profile

Sitting at an elevation of 2,569 feet above sea level, the City of Glenns Ferry has a population of approximately 1,600. The climate is mild with temperatures ranging between 70 and 90 degrees during the Summer months and 0 to 50 degrees during the Winter months. There is 290 days of sunshine per year, with an average rainfall of 9.5" inches.

The city's budget supports a water and sewer system, streets, library, park, cemetery, fire department, and airport. The airport has a 3,050' x 60' asphalt runway with remote control lighting. There is no fuel or maintenance provided at this time.

Law enforcement services are provided by Elmore County from a local sub-station within the city limits. There are three deputies who live and patrol the area.

Another important asset to the community is the local public school system. Located within the city limits, the Glenns Ferry public school provides elementary and secondary education to students from throughout the school district. Opportunities for post-secondary education abound in Boise and Twin Falls, both of which are only about an hour away from Glenns Ferry.

The Eastern Elmore County Recreation Department operates a swimming pool twenty-five meters in length. It is open to the public seven days a week and offers general swims, aerobics, lap swims, swimming lessons, and private pool parties.