Wildfire Risk in Zip Code 83731
Boise, Idaho
Historical Fires Near 83731 (Last 20 Years)
| Radius | Fire Count | Acres Burned |
|---|---|---|
| Within 10 miles | 5 | 19,456 |
| Within 25 miles | 5 | 28,353 |
| Within 50 miles | 32 | — |
Most recent fire recorded within 25 miles: 2024
USFS Fireshed Classification
Insurance Impact for 83731
Standard homeowners insurance is generally available in 83731. Wildfire risk factors may affect premiums and specific wildfire coverage terms.
Defensible Space Recommendations for HIGH Risk
Remove dead vegetation, create ember-resistant zone around home. Clear gutters and roof of debris regularly.
Space trees 10 ft apart crown-to-crown. Remove ladder fuels (low branches). Mow grass to 4 inches or less.
Use ember-resistant vents, Class A roof materials, multi-pane windows. Enclose eaves and soffits.
Know your evacuation zone and two exit routes. Sign up for local emergency alerts. Keep gas tank above half.
How the WildfireRiskScore Is Calculated
The WildfireRiskScore (0–10) for zip code 83731 is a composite of three factors:
- USFS Fireshed classification (0–4 points): Based on the USFS Fireshed Registry, which categorizes all US land by wildfire risk using fuel loads, weather patterns, and ignition probability.
- Historical fire density (0–3 points): Weighted count of recorded wildfires within 25 miles over the past 20 years from the USFS Fire Occurrence Database.
- Terrain and WUI factors (0–3 points): Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) proximity, elevation, aspect, and slope — areas at the edge of undeveloped wildland are at highest risk.
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