Stretching across 8,588 acres in western Summit County, the 910 Cattle Ranch is one of the largest contiguous properties held by a single landowner in the region. The ranch is a vital part of Utah’s cultural and natural heritage. Once part of the historic Jeremy Ranch, homesteaded in the 1860s, the land connects more than 52,000 acres of protected habitat and features historic sites such as the Jeremy Ranch Stone Cabin.
Recently, Summit County was awarded $58,000 in funding from SHPO’s Archaeology Grant to survey, protect, educate the public, and pursue a National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) nomination for the ranch and Stone Cabin.
Preserving and Interpreting the Past
With support from the Archaeology Grant, the county installed fencing around the cabin so the public can view, but not damage, the dwelling. They also hired professional archaeologists, from Cannon Heritage, to create educational signage about the historical significance of the cabin and the ranch. Additionally, the archaeologists surveyed about 2,500 priority acres of the ranch, to look for and document cultural findings near historic structures, waterways, and ridgelines.
Strengthening Utah’s Cultural Record
The county also pursued a National Register of Historic Places nomination for the Jeremy Ranch Stone Cabin. If the nomination is approved, the cabin will be listed on the register, ensuring it will be recognized for its historical significance.
The 910 Ranch project is an example of how landowners and local governments can work together to protect and share Utah’s past. Through survey, documentation, interpretation, and protection, this project ensures that future generations can explore and learn from one of Summit County’s historic landscapes.
Questions? Check out our Archaeology Grant page.