At an elevation of approximately 10,578 feet (3,224 m), it is the highest incorporated municipality in the United States with permanent residents. Alma, which took the title from Leadville, Colorado, held on to the number one spot until 2006. In 2006, Winter Park, Colorado, became the highest incorporated town due to its annexation of a ski area. Alma, however, is still considered the highest developed municipality in the United States. Winter Park's elevation claim results from their annexation of the ski area above town. Ski lifts represent Winter Park's only development above Alma's elevation.