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Kearns, Utah

In consequence of the attack on Pearl Harbor, the United States Air Force determined that large training bases should be located far inland so that they would not be vulnerable to coastal attack. Colonel E. G. Thomas combed the area in early 1942 searching for good drainage, an accessible water supply and a climate friendly to aircraft landings for an air corps training base.

Colonel Thomas recommended 5,450-acre dry farming area in Kearns, about 14 miles west of Salt Lake City. The area proceeded rapidly with construction, intending the base to be a temporary unit. From April 7 to May 22, 1942, the base grew with the installation of water mains, sewage systems, streets, tarpaper buildings, and electrical systems capable of supporting 30,000 to 70,000 people.

By August 21, 1942 all the barracks had been completed at an estimated total cost of 17 million. Furthermore 25,000 trees, shrubs, and grass were planted to keep the dirt in place while beautifying the base. By the spring of 1943, Kearns had grown into Utah's largest city and at its peak, stationed 40,000 troops and employed nearly 1200 civilians. In the boom following WWII the newly established city of Kearns became one of Utah's fastest growing communities. Camp Kearns was closed as an active base in 1946. The buildings and materials were auctioned off in 1948. Some of the first homes in Kearns were built from materials left over from buildings of the base.

Kearns experienced a steady population increase throughout the last half of the twentieth century. Kearns is currently an unincorporated area in Salt Lake County and is the sixth largest city in Utah.

Kearns, Utah Facts:

Kearns was named after U. S. Senator Thomas Kearns.
The Olympic oval in Kearns was the venue for long-track speed skating events in the 2002 Winter Olympics. It remains arguably the fastest ice surface in the world. The oval is still in operation, hosting both competitive events and public skating.
Elevation: 4,528 feet.
Population 2000 census: 33,659
Associated Zip Codes: 84118

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Showing Random Kearns Real Estate Listings

Price	Style	Year	Sq. Feet	Bed	Bath
$159,900	Rambler/Ranch	1978	2,240	5	2
Listing By: UTAH'S BEST REAL ESTATE GROUP LLC
$89,900	Rambler/Ranch	1958	1,976	4	2
Listing By: North Star Realty
$125,000	Rambler/Ranch	1951	2,136	4	2
Listing By: Principal Realty Group-Utah
$150,000	Rambler/Ranch	1999	2,302	5	3
Listing By: Windermere Real Estate-Utah (Ft. Union Branch)
$95,000	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1972	1,888	4	2
Listing By: Equity Real Estate - Advantage
$189,000	Rambler/Ranch	1986	2,346	6	2
Listing By: Amy Johnson Real Estate LLC
$115,000	Rambler/Ranch	1954	1,176	4	2
Listing By: First American Realty
$205,000	2-Story	2006	2,631	3	3
Listing By: Keller Williams South Valley Realty
$150,000	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1977	1,708	3	3
Listing By: Keller Williams Success Realty
$187,900	Rambler/Ranch	1981	2,710	5	3
Listing By: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-North Davis
$70,000	Rambler/Ranch	1951	984	3	1
Listing By: Prudential Utah Real Estate - Ft. Union
$119,900	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1986	1,434	3	1
Listing By: Principal Realty Group
$269,900	Rambler/Ranch	1983	2,652	6	3
Listing By: DEVELOPMENT REALTY GROUP LLC
$103,000	Tri/Multi-Level	1984	1,266	5	2
Listing By: Realty Brokers Excel
$159,900	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1998	2,022	4	3
Listing By: Keller Williams Salt Lake City - (SLC) Branch
$114,000	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1985	1,462	4	2
Listing By: Keller Williams Salt Lake City - (SLC) Branch
$118,000	Rambler/Ranch	1976	1,874	4	2
Listing By: Realty Executives Utah Experts
$149,800	2-Story	1997	2,166	3	3
Listing By: Equity Real Estate - Solid
$239,900	Rambler/Ranch	1974	2,872	5	3
Listing By: Ulrich REALTORS
$119,900	Rambler/Ranch	1954	1,180	3	2
Listing By: Beehive Real Estate
$104,900	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1978	1,788	5	2
Listing By: Canyon Ridge Realty, Inc
$79,900	Rambler/Ranch	1956	1,753	4	1
Listing By: L1 Group LLC
$199,900	Rambler/Ranch	1977	2,374	4	2
Listing By: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Sugarhouse
$195,000	Split-Entry/Bi-Level	1981	1,508	4	2
Listing By: Amy Johnson Real Estate LLC

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