Foothill Command CenterMacDonald Highlands • Ascaya • DragonRidge
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MacDonald Highlands & Ascaya Intelligence Command
The definitive insider handbook and operations console for Southern Nevada's most prestigious custom ridgelines. Curated for capital allocators, tech founders, and residents navigating cantilevered desert modernism, DragonRidge championship fairways, and Henderson civic governance.
Ridgeline Elevation
2,400 – 3,200 FT
McCullough Range Crest
Private Aviation Transit
10 MINUTES
Henderson Exec (HND) FBO
Security & Access
24/7 DUAL GUARD
Manned Checkpoints & LPR
Custom Estate $/SF
$1,350 – $3,400+
Ascaya & DragonRidge Tier
Foothill Directory & Elevation Matrix
MacDonald Highlands & Ascaya Custom Terraces
McCullough Range Topographical Elevation SchematicMcCullough Crest ↔ Henderson Valley
Select Foothill Enclave (3 Profiles)
Ultra-Luxury Desert Modernism
3100 FT ELEVATION
Ascaya
Dual 24/7 Guard GateAscaya Custom Ridgeline Terraces
Ascaya represents an architectural triumph. Every home is a bespoke masterpiece designed by world-renowned modernist architects, seamlessly integrated into the natural desert terrain.
Price Valuation$6.5M – $35.0M+
Avg Price / SF$1,850 – $3,600/SF
Homesite Scale0.5 to 2.2 Acres
Monthly HOA$780 (Includes Clubhouse Privileges)
Architectural Style:Desert Contemporary, Rammed Earth, Cantilevered Glass
Golf / Club Privilege:5 Mins to DragonRidge CC
Core Enclave Distinctions:
◆Carved into McCullough mountain stone with 313 private terraced homesites
◆22,000 sq ft private owners clubhouse with resort pool, family cabanas, and tennis
◆Unobstructed panoramic vistas of the entire 20-mile Las Vegas Valley basin
Civic Governance & Political Representation
MacDonald Highlands & Henderson Elected Officials Roster
Direct access to the elected representatives governing zoning, Henderson water utility infrastructure, road networks, and public safety funding across MacDonald Highlands, Ascaya, and the McCullough foothill corridor.
City of Henderson
Michelle Romero
Mayor • City of Henderson
Term: 2028
City of Henderson At-Large
Legislative Focus: Public safety funding, smart water conservation, West Henderson industrial expansion, and luxury park infrastructure.
Public Sessions: Henderson City Council meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4:00 PM in City Hall Chambers.
Clark County Commission
Jim Gibson
Clark County Commissioner • District G
Term: 2026
District G (Henderson Foothills, MacDonald Highlands, Lake Las Vegas, Boulder City)
Legislative Focus: Regional airport transit infrastructure, public safety coordination, and commercial zoning along the I-215 southern corridor.
Public Sessions: Board of County Commissioners convenes 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 9:00 AM.
Nevada State Senate
Dr. Jeff Stone
State Senator • District 20
Term: 2026
Senate District 20 (MacDonald Highlands, Anthem, Seven Hills)
Legislative Focus: Small business deregulation, medical provider recruitment, zero state income tax protection.
Public Sessions: Interim legislative committee hearings held monthly in Las Vegas and Carson City.
U.S. Congress
Susie Lee
U.S. Representative • NV-03
Term: 2026
Nevada's 3rd Congressional District (Henderson, Summerlin South, Enterprise)
Legislative Focus: Colorado River water drought funding, federal grants for Henderson infrastructure, business development.
Public Sessions: District office hours Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; quarterly constituent town halls.
Municipal Infrastructure & Utility Engine
Henderson Utilities, SNWA Water Clock & Smart Grid
Water & SNWA Conservation
1 Business Day (Smart Meter Activation)City of Henderson Department of Utility Services / SNWA
Tiered Conservation Volumetric Pricing ($1.52/kGal to $9.85/kGal for highest tier)
Electric & Smart Grid
Instant Remote Activation via Smart AMI 2.0 MetersNV Energy (Southern Nevada)
Standard Residential / Optional Time-of-Use EV & Photovoltaic Rate
Natural Gas
Same-Day to Next-Day Technician IngressSouthwest Gas Corporation
Residential Single Family (Monthly Meter Charge + Therm Usage)
Henderson Mandatory Seasonal Irrigation Clock
City of Henderson Dept of Utility Services & SNWA Rules
3 Days Per Week (Mon / Wed / Fri)
Allowed Time Window:Before 11:00 AM or after 7:00 PM
Recommended Cycles:3 cycles of 4 minutes each
Mandatory fall schedule active September 1 through October 31. Sunday watering strictly prohibited across Henderson.
NV Energy Time-of-Use EV Charging Calculator
Super Off-Peak ($0.054/kWh vs Standard $0.142/kWh)
Standard Residential Rate$53 / mo
NV Energy TOU EV Rate$20 / mo
Net Annual EV Savings+$396 / yr
Education Prospectus & Commute Corridor
Henderson Elite Academies & STEM Magnets
Independent Non-Sectarian
The Henderson International School
Pre-K through 8th Grade • 450 Students
Student / Teacher9:1
Annual Tuition$22,500 – $28,000
Commute from Gates8 Minutes from MacDonald Highlands Gate
College Placement100% High School Placement into Top Tier Academies
Key Academic & Athletic Distinctions:
Global Nord Anglia Education NetworkSTEAM Innovation LabsChampionship Athletics
Public STEM Magnet
Foothill High School (College Prep & Honors)
9th through 12th Grade • 2,850 Students
Student / Teacher22:1
Annual TuitionPublic ($0)
Commute from Gates12 Minutes from Horizon Ridge
College Placement88% Matriculation to 4-Year Universities
Key Academic & Athletic Distinctions:
AP Capstone Diploma ProgramRobotics & Engineering AcademyState Championship Track
Public STEM Magnet
Pinecrest Academy • St. Rose Campus
K through 8th Grade • 1,100 Students
Student / Teacher16:1
Annual TuitionCharter ($0 Tuition)
Commute from Gates10 Minutes via Green Valley Pkwy
College PlacementTop 5% Clark County Academic Performance Benchmark
Key Academic & Athletic Distinctions:
Project Lead The Way (PLTW) EngineeringSpanish Dual Language ImmersionFine Arts Conservatory
Championship Golf & Private Clubs
Henderson Foothill Fairways & Elite Country Clubs
18 Holes • Par 72
Private Equity Country Club
DragonRidge Country Club
Design: Jay Morrish & David Druzisky
Championship Yardage6,975 Yards
Slope / Rating73.8 / 144
Initiation Range$45,000 – $85,000
Monthly Dues$1,100 – $1,650/mo
Tournament Credentials: Host of Tiger Jam Celebrity Charity Events and Wendy's 3-Tour Challenge
Dining & Hospitality: The Dragon Grille, Montrose Private Boardroom, Sunset Poolside Lounge overlooking Strip
Location: 552 S Stephanie St, Henderson, NV 89012 (MacDonald Highlands)
18 Holes • Par 72
Resort / Preferred Member
Rio Secco Golf Club & Butch Harmon School
Design: Rees Jones
Championship Yardage7,313 Yards
Slope / Rating75.7 / 142
Initiation Range$12,000 – $30,000
Monthly Dues$550 – $950/mo
Tournament Credentials: Host of Wendy's 3-Tour Challenge and World Long Drive Championships
Dining & Hospitality: Janelas Restaurant & Terrace, Butch Harmon Golf Instruction Lounge
Location: 2850 Rio Secco Way, Henderson, NV 89052 (Seven Hills Foothills)
Economic & Topographical Intelligence
Valuation Velocity, Microclimate & Wealth Telemetry
Historical Valuation Velocity
Ascaya & MacDonald Highlands $/SF Trajectory (2020 – 2026)
Ascaya Custom Terraces MacDonald Highlands Clark County Median
Topographical Elevation Advantage
McCullough Ridge Altitude vs. Ambient Heat
Capital Allocation Analysis
MacDonald Highlands & Ascaya Buyer Origin
Southern California (61%)
Newport Beach, Malibu, La Jolla Tax Transfers
Bay Area Tech (21%)
Silicon Valley Founders & Executive Liquidity
Pacific NW & Texas (12%)
Seattle & Austin Relocations
Public Safety Infrastructure
Henderson Emergency Response Telemetry
3.8 MIN
HPD West Command Dispatch
Stephanie & Horizon Corridor
4.1 MIN
HFD Station 98 Turnout
Horizon Ridge Paramedic Rescue
7.5 MIN
St. Rose Trauma Ingress
Siena Campus Level III Trauma
✓ Henderson ranked continuously among America's Top 5 Safest Cities, backed by integrated guard-gate LPR network.
Public Safety & Emergency Readiness
Henderson Police, Fire Station 98 & Trauma Ingress
Police Command
Henderson Police Department • West Command
300 S Green Valley Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89012
Average Response Benchmark:3.8 Minutes (Priority 1 Dispatch)
Operational Capabilities:
- Dedicated Foothill Patrol Division & Motor Enforcement
- Direct Guard-Gate Optical Plate Scanner Network Liaison
- K-9 Tactical Support & Drone Reconnaissance Unit
Ranked as one of America's Top 5 Safest Cities, Henderson maintains rapid dedicated sector response times across all MacDonald Highlands gates.
Fire & Rescue
City of Henderson Fire Station 98
891 Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89012
Average Response Benchmark:4.1 Minutes (Structure & Wildland Paramedic Unit)
Operational Capabilities:
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) Paramedic Rescue Engine
- Specialized Mountain Foothill Wildland Brush Interceptor
- Direct Gravity High-Pressure Hydrant Grid Coupling
Directly adjacent to the lower MacDonald Highlands gatehouse, guaranteeing rapid turnout for medical and structural incidents.
Level II Trauma Hospital
Dignity Health • St. Rose Dominican Hospital (Siena Campus)
3001 St Rose Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89052
Average Response Benchmark:7.5 Minutes Drive Time from MacDonald Highlands
Operational Capabilities:
- Level III Verified Adult Trauma Center & 24/7 Dedicated Trauma Bays
- Comprehensive Primary Stroke Center & Interventional Catheterization
- Pediatric Emergency Department in partnership with Stanford Children's Health
The primary medical and trauma anchor for Southern Nevada's luxury foothill corridor.
Executive Intelligence & Strategic Advisory
Frequently Asked Strategic Relocation Questions
Architecture & HOA
What are the architectural and building guidelines in Ascaya vs. MacDonald Highlands?
Ascaya enforces strict Desert Contemporary architectural parameters requiring stone, rammed earth, glass, and steel with strict roofline height envelopes to protect downslope view corridors. MacDonald Highlands allows a broader spectrum ranging from Organic Modernism to Contemporary Tuscan, with DragonRidge Architectural Review Board approval required for all custom plans.
Executive Takeaway: 100% of lots in Ascaya and MacDonald Highlands require single/two-story height envelope certifications protecting 180° Strip views.
Aviation & Commute
How fast is private aviation access from MacDonald Highlands to Henderson Executive Airport (HND)?
Residents enjoy direct 10-minute vehicular transit along Horizon Ridge Pkwy and St. Rose Pkwy to Henderson Executive Airport (HND). HND features two premier fixed-base operators (FBOs) offering private jet hangarage, customs clearance, and zero commercial airline congestion.
Executive Takeaway: 10 minutes from your garage to wheels-up on private charter or owner-operated aircraft.
Golf & Country Clubs
Is DragonRidge Country Club membership mandatory with homeownership in MacDonald Highlands?
DragonRidge Country Club operates as a private equity club. Membership is not mandatory with property ownership, but resident homeowners receive priority application processing and initiation waiver privileges. Social and athletic memberships are also available for clubhouse, tennis, and fitness amenities.
Executive Takeaway: Homeowners receive expedited invitation access to full golf and clubhouse privileges.