Mapleton, Utah facts for kids
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Mapleton, Utah
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Location in Utah County and the state of Utah
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| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Utah |
| Settled | 1856 |
| Incorporated | September 3, 1901 (town) April 1, 1948 (city) |
| Named for | Maple trees |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.35 sq mi (34.56 km2) |
| • Land | 13.35 sq mi (34.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,748 ft (1,447 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,365 |
| • Density | 851.31/sq mi (328.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
84664
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| Area code(s) | 385, 801 |
| FIPS code | 49-47950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411029 |
| Website | www.mapleton.org |
Mapleton is a city located in Utah County, Utah, United States. It is part of the larger Provo–Orem metropolitan area. In 2020, about 11,365 people lived in Mapleton.
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Mapleton's Past: A Quick Look
The area where Mapleton now stands was first settled in 1850. For a while, it was known as Union Bench. The community began as a farming area connected to Springville.
Later, people in Mapleton and Springville had disagreements, especially about water rights. This led Mapleton to become its own town in 1901. It officially became a city in 1948.
Who Lives in Mapleton?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 584 | — | |
| 1910 | 534 | −8.6% | |
| 1920 | 586 | 9.7% | |
| 1930 | 663 | 13.1% | |
| 1940 | 907 | 36.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,175 | 29.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,516 | 29.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,980 | 30.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,726 | 37.7% | |
| 1990 | 3,572 | 31.0% | |
| 2000 | 5,809 | 62.6% | |
| 2010 | 7,979 | 37.4% | |
| 2020 | 11,365 | 42.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 5,809 people living in Mapleton. The city had 1,442 households. Most of these households, about 83.8%, were married couples. Many families, 54.1%, had children under 18 living with them.
The average household had about 4 people. The average family had about 4.25 people. The median age of people in Mapleton was 25 years old. This means half the population was younger than 25, and half was older.
Mapleton's Location and Landscape
Mapleton covers an area of about 32.6 square kilometers (13.35 square miles). All of this area is land. The city sits about 4,700 feet (1,433 meters) above sea level.
Two large mountains are near Mapleton. To the southeast is Spanish Fork Peak, which is about 10,193 feet (3,107 meters) tall. To the northeast is Ether Peak, about 7,533 feet (2,296 meters) tall. Between these mountains is Maple Canyon.
Many Mapleton residents still call Spanish Fork Peak "Maple Mountain." The city also has a canal called the Mapleton Lateral Canal. This canal crosses the eastern part of the city.
Mapleton Now: Life in the City
Mapleton is still a bit like a countryside area. However, it is quickly growing with new neighborhoods. The city is not directly next to Interstate 15. This has helped it stay more rural than nearby cities like Springville and Spanish Fork.
The main road through Mapleton is U.S. Route 89. Mapleton tries to protect its natural foothills. Many homes in the city are on large pieces of land.
You can find a few places to eat in Mapleton. There is a Subway restaurant and a Guadalajara Mexican Food restaurant.
The city also has several parks for outdoor fun:
- Mapleton City Park
- Ira Allen Park
- Eagle Rock Park
- North Park
- Harvest Park
Important landmarks in Mapleton include the "Old White Church," the Pioneer Heritage Museum, and the Levi Kendall Log Cabin. The city offices and public works building are also key places.
Schools in Mapleton
Mapleton is part of the Nebo School District. Students in Mapleton attend several public schools, including:
- Maple Mountain High School, located in nearby Spanish Fork
- Mapleton Junior High
- Hobble Creek Elementary
- Mapleton Elementary
- Maple Ridge Elementary
- Maple Grove Middle School
Famous Faces from Mapleton
Some well-known people have connections to Mapleton:
- David W. Allan – A physicist who studies atomic clocks.
- Don Bluth – A famous maker of animated films, like An American Tail.
- Chris Cannon – A former member of the U.S. House of Representatives for Utah.
- Richard Dutcher – An independent filmmaker, director, writer, and actor.
- Jaren Hall – A former BYU football player and NFL quarterback.
- Travis Hansen – A former basketball player and founder of several organizations.
- Wally Joyner – A former Major League Baseball player.
- Frank C. Robertson – An author known for his western novels.
See also
In Spanish: Mapleton (Utah) para niños
