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OremUtah County,UtahThe Utah state capital is Salt Lake City. What would you like to know about Orem History & History-related items
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The population of Orem is approximately 95,221 (2000).
The amount of land area in Orem is 46.487 sq. kilometers.
Orem elevation is 4,770 feet above sea level. The Orem median home price is $234,300 (2008). Orem miscellany. Return to Index Orem location: in northern Utah next to Provo, south of Salt Lake City. Other nearby communities include Lindon, Vineyard, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Cedar Hills, Highland and Springville.
Return to Index The geography for Orem is at the base of the Wasatch Mountains in the area known as the "mountainland region." The mountains spread out to the west into rolling hills and flatter areas with Utah Lake a prominent feature. Some mountains of the area rise up to 12,000 feet above sea level. Return to Index
The climate for Orem is moderate. Snowfall is 10-20 inches in town -with much more snow in the mountains for wonderful skiing. History & History Related Items Orem history: Until 1914, Orem was known as Provo Bench. At this time, it was renamed after Walter Orem, the president of the railroad that passed through town. Initially growth was slow due to a less than desirable water supply. In 1935, however, the Deer Creek Dam and Reservoir were built improving the water for Orem. Since that time until the present, Orem has grown tremendously. It is a retail and industrial center and it well-known for its fruit orchards. Orem was once known as Sharon. Here is a history page for Orem. Also try this history page. Try this timeline history for Orem. Historical Sites tour Return to Index Orem attractions: Utah Valley University See photos of Orem. Hale Center Theatre Timpanogos Storytelling FestivalAnnual event during August each year. For more information please see the website or call the Orem Public Library at (801) 229-7436 The library is located at 58 N. State in Orem 84057. Sundance Resort - Sundance Resort Located on State Road 92, this world famous, year-round arts community resort offers dining, lodging, skiing, and outdoor summer theatre in a beautiful alpine setting. America's Freedom Festival at Provo Orem Summerfest held in June each year Return to Index Orem economy: Commission for Economic Development in Orem Contribute information free or for a small service charge for this community or any other community in the USA Be sure to include the name of the community and its state when contacting Key to the City as you are NOT directly contacting this community. Learn how to advertise on Key to the City Choose a new community in the state of Utah
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