Located in Salt Lake County, Utah, Millcreek was established in 1848. One of Utah's newest cities — incorporated in 2016. Millcreek Canyon is popular for hiking and biking.
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Founded1848|Population62,000|Peak62,000(2024)|CountySalt Lake County
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1848Founded: Millcreek was founded as a railroad town in Salt Lake County.
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1855Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Millcreek.
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1898Economic Development: Millcreek grew through textile manufacturing.
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2016Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Millcreek's character and economy.
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Did You Know?
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One of Utah's newest cities — incorporated in 2016.
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Millcreek Canyon is popular for hiking and biking.
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Between SLC and the Wasatch Mountains.
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Millcreek is located in Salt Lake County, Utah.
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Millcreek was founded in 1848.
Famous People from Millcreek, Utah
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Joseph Lafayette Rawlins
Lawyer, Politician · Born Mar 28, 1850 · Died May 24, 1926 (age 76)
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