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American ForkUtah County,UtahThe Hub of North Utah CountyThe Utah state capital is Salt Lake City. What would you like to know about American Fork
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The population of American Fork is approximately 21,941 (2000).
The amount of land area in American Fork is 15.885 sq. kilometers.
American Fork elevation is 4,563 feet above sea level. Return to Index American Fork location: Just north of Provo and south of Salt Lake City in the Utah Valley at the foot of 11,750 Foot Mount Timpanogos. American Fork is a gateway to recreation areas via American Fork Canyon
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The climate for American Fork is Moderate as part of a high desert system. Summer highs usually don't go beyond the 90's. Winters are not severe. History & History Related Items American Fork history: Before becoming a settlement, the area was named by Spanish explorers as well as many of the mountain men of the time. The streams in the valley that ran into Utah Lake were known as forks. American Fork was named for the American fur trappers. American Fork was first settled in the summer of 1850 when Brigham Young sent the Caldwell family to live. Others followed and the city began to grow. It was known first as Lake City. It was then incorporated on 4 June 1853. The name was changed to American Fork in 1860 to avoid confusing the mail with that of Salt Lake City. A history page for American Fork. American Fork attractions: Alpine Loop Scenic Byway Timpanogos Cave National Monument - Rt. 3, American Fork American Fork Historic Building Tour - many late 1890 and early 1900 buildings. Call (801) 756-5110. Annual Steel Days - (801) 763-3000 Learn more about American Fork Canyon. See some great pictures of the canyon. Return to Index
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