Liberty, Utah facts for kids
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Liberty
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Looking down the Ogden Valley across a ranch field in Liberty. Durst Mountain (Morgan County) is in the background.
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Location in Weber County and the state of Utah
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| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Weber |
| Settled | 1859 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.9 sq mi (15 km2) |
| • Land | 5.9 sq mi (15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,167 ft (1,575 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,257 |
| • Density | 213.1/sq mi (82.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
84310
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| Area code(s) | 385, 801 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584770 |
Liberty is a small community in Weber County, Utah, United States. It is known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting statistics. In 2010, about 1,257 people lived there. Liberty is part of the larger Ogden area. It sits in the beautiful Ogden Valley.
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Where is Liberty Located?
Liberty is found in the northwest part of the Ogden Valley. This valley is nestled within the Wasatch Range mountains. It's about 4 miles from North Ogden. Eden is another nearby town, about 2 miles away.
Nearby Places and Features
Close to Liberty, you'll find the Nordic Valley ski resort. This is a popular spot for winter sports. Also nearby is Pineview Reservoir, a large lake perfect for water activities. The town of Huntsville is just past Eden. A road called Avon Road leads north to Avon.
The History of Liberty
The area where Liberty is now was first explored by a British trapper named Peter Skene Ogden. He mapped and described the "Ogden Hole" valley. This was long before any towns were built there.
How Liberty Was Settled
Liberty began to be settled in 1859. It grew out of the nearby community of Eden. In 1892, a separate town area was planned. A local church group, called a ward, was also formed.
How Liberty Got Its Name
The name "Liberty" came from a man named John Freeman. He noticed that both the cattle and the people in the area took "full liberty." This meant they had a lot of freedom to roam and live as they pleased.
From Farms to Recreation
For a long time, Liberty was mainly a farming and ranching community. Homes were built one at a time, not in large groups. In recent years, Liberty has changed. It has become a place for recreation, attracting people who enjoy outdoor activities. It's also a commuter town for people who work in the Ogden area.
Who Lives in Liberty?
In 2010, there were 1,257 people living in Liberty. Most of the people were White (96.2%). Other groups included Asian, American Indian, Pacific Islander, and people of two or more races. About 2.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Schools in Liberty
Liberty is part of the Weber School District. However, Liberty itself does not have its own schools. Students living in Liberty go to elementary and junior high schools in Eden. For high school, they attend Weber High School in Pleasant View.
Famous People From Liberty
- David Eccles: He was Utah's first multimillionaire. His family lived in Liberty for a short time after moving from Scotland in 1863.
- Casey Snider: He is a member of the Utah House of Representatives. He helps make laws for the state of Utah.
