Summit County, Utah (May 13, 2024) — The United States Forest Service (USFS) awarded $40 million in funding from the Forest Legacy Program (FLP) to Summit County’s Wasatch Back Forest Conservation Project for the purchase of the 8,588-acre 910 Cattle Ranch property. The property is now 100 percent funded by this grant award in combination with the $15 million in funding from the General Obligation Bond for open space that Summit County voters passed in 2021.
“The County is incredibly grateful for this federal support and our strong partnership with Utah’s Forestry, Fire and State Lands department,” Summit County Manager Shayne Scott said. “This is a momentous acquisition for current and future generations of Summit County residents.”
It could be as late as next summer 2025 when the County assumes full ownership of the property. In the meantime, it will be stewards of the land, developing and implementing plans for land management. This thoughtful work entails documenting current conditions of the land, what animal species are present and identifying sensitive areas such as spaces frequented for elk calving.
“We are thrilled to finalize the purchase of the 910 Ranch and are thankful for all our local, state, and federal partners,” Summit County Council Chair Malena Stevens said. “The County is eager to discuss what conservation, watershed restoration, and responsible recreation opportunities look like on the 910. We encourage our community to stay involved in this process at every step.”
The County has trained and vetted volunteer ambassadors to assist in monitoring the property, and the Summit County Sheriff’s mounted posse and deputies will be actively patrolling the area.
As we welcome springtime, the County reminds everyone that recreating is only permitted on the dirt East Canyon Road, and to obey all signage. In addition, bringing your dog with you is a privilege, so leash and clean up after your animal to prevent further “poo-lution” of East Canyon Creek—the fish will thank you.
Visit summitcounty.org/countylands to follow the latest efforts of Summit County’s Lands and Natural Resources Department. Learn more about Utah’s Forest Legacy Project here. View photos and maps of the 910 Ranch here.