Enterprise is a city in northwestern Washington County, Utah, United States. The population was 2,027 at the 2020 census.
History
A post office called Enterprise has been in operation since 1899. It was settled largely by residents of the town of Hebron, later abandoned. The town was so named for the settlers' enterprising plan to find a water supply. Cattle ranchers thrived in the area, but the town needed a consistent water supply to sustain themselves and for agriculture to spread. The settlers decided to take on the ambitious project of constructing a dam. Many thought that the dam would be impossible to accomplish and left the area. The rest of the settlers began work on the dam. With a lot of work and little return, the dam was completed, and the reservoir has supported the town ever since.
Geography
Enterprise is located on the south rim of the Great Basin.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.9 square miles (7.5 km<sup>2</sup>), all land.
The hillside letter E can be seen in the southwest. ().
The 17 November 17, 1902 Pine Valley earthquake, with a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe), destroyed almost all chimneys in Pine Valley and Santa Clara. Some building damage occurred at St. George. This event was felt in Salt Lake City.
Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Enterprise has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.
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Demographics
2020 census
As of the 2020 census, Enterprise had a population of 2,027. The median age was 28.7 years. 38.8% of residents were under the age of 18 and 13.3% of residents were 65 years of age or older.
There were 580 households in Enterprise, of which 50.2% had children under the age of 18 living in them. Of all households, 72.8% were married-couple households, 11.0% were households with a male householder and no spouse or partner present, and 14.0% were households with a female householder and no spouse or partner present. About 12.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.
! Race !! Number !! Percent
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| White || 1,893 || 93.4%
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| Black or African American || 1 || 0.0%
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| American Indian and Alaska Native || 18 || 0.9%
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| Asian || 9 || 0.4%
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| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander || 2 || 0.1%
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| Some other race || 44 || 2.2%
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| Two or more races || 60 || 3.0%
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| Hispanic or Latino (of any race) || 98 || 4.8%
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2000 census
As of the census where the town and neighboring communities celebrate the harvest of local farmers in late August. Founded in 1990, Cornfest features freshly grown corn, a vintage car show, live entertainment and dancing, festival food, and shopping booths.
Government
Mayor is Brandon Humphries. City Manager is Adam Bowler.
Education
Enterprise is home to two schools, Enterprise Elementary School (K-6) and Enterprise High School (7–12).
Notable People
- Patricia T. Holland - American educator, writer and religious leader. Born and raised in Enterprise.
- Jaslyn Gardner - American Sprinter. Grew up in Enterprise and ran track at Enterprise High School (Utah).
Gallery
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File:Enterprise Utah City Offices.jpg|Enterprise Utah City Offices
File:Enterprise Utah E Hill.jpg|Enterprise Utah E Hill
File:E Hill, Flat Top, & Pilot Peak.jpg|Enterprise Utah E Hill, Flat Top, & Pilot Peak
File:Welcome to Enterprise Sign.jpg|Welcome to Enterprise Sign
File:Enterprise Community Park.jpg|Enterprise Community Park
File:Enterprise Community Park & Pond.jpg|Enterprise Community Park & Pond
File:Enterprise Daughters of the Utah Pioneers.jpg|Enterprise Daughters of the Utah Pioneers
File:Enterprise Fire Station.jpg|Enterprise Fire Station
File:View Down Mainstreet.jpg|View Down Mainstreet
File:Farm Tractor and E Hill.jpg|Farm Tractor and E Hill
</gallery>
See also
- List of cities and towns in Utah