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South Jordan, Utah

Located in Salt Lake County, Utah, South Jordan was established in 1859. Daybreak is one of Utah's largest master-planned communities. Part of Silicon Slopes.
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Founded 1859 | Population 80,000 | Peak 80,000 (2024) | County Salt Lake County

Top 10 Most Important Events for South Jordan, Utah

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1859 Settlement: Jordan River valley.
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1920 Schools Established: Public schools were established, helping shape South Jordan's identity as a family-oriented community.
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1935 Incorporated: South Jordan was officially incorporated as a city.
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1960 Parks & Recreation: South Jordan developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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2005 Daybreak: Master-planned community.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1859 Culture
Settlement
1920 Culture
Schools Established
1935 Government
Incorporated
1960 Culture
Parks & Recreation
2005 Business
Daybreak

Did You Know?

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Daybreak is one of Utah's largest master-planned communities.
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Part of Silicon Slopes.
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Named for Jordan River.
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South Jordan is located in Salt Lake County, Utah.
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South Jordan was founded in 1859.

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