Daggett County, Utah
Daggett County
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| Location within the U.S. state of Utah Location within the U.S. state of Utah | |
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| Country |  United States
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| State |  Utah |
| Founded | 1918 |
| Seat | Manila |
| Area | |
| • Total | 721 sq mi (1,870 km2) |
| • Land | 697 sq mi (1,810 km2) |
| • Water | 24 sq mi (60 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 935 |
| • Density | 1.3/sq mi (0.5/km2) |
| Website | [[1] daggettcounty |
Daggett County is a county located in the northeastern corner of the U.S. state of Utah. As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 935, making it the least populous county in Utah. The county seat and largest city is Manila.
History[edit | edit source]
Daggett County was created in 1918 from a portion of Uintah County. It was named after Ellis Daggett, the first settler in the area. The county has a rich history tied to the Old West, including ranching and mining.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 721 square miles (1,870 km²), of which 697 square miles (1,810 km²) is land and 24 square miles (62 km²) (3.3%) is water. The county is part of the Uinta Mountains and includes portions of the Ashley National Forest.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Uinta County, Wyoming (north)
- Sweetwater County, Wyoming (northeast)
- Moffat County, Colorado (east)
- Uintah County, Utah (south)
- Duchesne County, Utah (southwest)
- Summit County, Utah (west)
National protected areas[edit | edit source]
- Ashley National Forest (part)
- Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area (part)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 935 people, 402 households, and 267 families residing in the county. The population density was 1.3 people per square mile (0.5/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Daggett County is primarily based on tourism, agriculture, and recreation. The Flaming Gorge Reservoir is a major attraction, drawing visitors for boating, fishing, and camping.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Towns[edit | edit source]
- Manila (county seat)
- Dutch John
Education[edit | edit source]
Daggett County is served by the Daggett School District, which includes Manila High School.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
The county is accessible via U.S. Route 191 and Utah State Route 44.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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