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| name = Beaver County, Utah<br />
| settlement_type = County<br />
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| map_caption = Location within the U.S. state of Utah<br />
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| subdivision_type1 = State<br />
| subdivision_name1 = [[Utah]]<br />
| established_title = Founded<br />
| established_date = January 5, 1856<br />
| seat_type = County seat<br />
| seat = [[Beaver, Utah|Beaver]]<br />
| largest_city = [[Beaver, Utah|Beaver]]<br />
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| area_land_sq_mi = 2590<br />
| area_water_sq_mi = 2.1<br />
| population_as_of = 2020<br />
| population_total = 7110<br />
| population_density_sq_mi = auto<br />
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'''Beaver County''' is a county located in the southwestern part of the [[U.S. state]] of [[Utah]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 7,110. The county seat and largest city is [[Beaver, Utah|Beaver]]. The county was named for the abundance of [[North American beaver|beavers]] in the area.<br />
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== History ==<br />
Beaver County was established on January 5, 1856, by the [[Utah Territory]] legislature. The area was originally inhabited by the [[Paiute]] people before European-American settlers arrived. The county played a significant role in the early [[Mormon]] settlement of Utah.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
Beaver County covers an area of approximately 2,592 square miles, of which 2,590 square miles is land and 2.1 square miles is water. The county is characterized by its mountainous terrain, including parts of the [[Tushar Mountains]] and the [[Mineral Mountains (Utah)|Mineral Mountains]]. The [[Beaver River (Utah)|Beaver River]] flows through the county, providing a vital water source for agriculture and wildlife.<br />
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=== Adjacent counties ===<br />
* [[Millard County, Utah|Millard County]] (north)<br />
* [[Sevier County, Utah|Sevier County]] (northeast)<br />
* [[Piute County, Utah|Piute County]] (east)<br />
* [[Iron County, Utah|Iron County]] (south)<br />
* [[Lincoln County, Nevada|Lincoln County, Nevada]] (west)<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 census, Beaver County had a population of 7,110. The population density was low, with vast areas of open land. The county's economy is primarily based on agriculture, mining, and tourism.<br />
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== Communities ==<br />
=== Cities ===<br />
* [[Beaver, Utah|Beaver]]<br />
* [[Milford, Utah|Milford]]<br />
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=== Towns ===<br />
* [[Minersville, Utah|Minersville]]<br />
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=== Unincorporated communities ===<br />
* [[Adamsville, Utah|Adamsville]]<br />
* [[Greenville, Utah|Greenville]]<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Beaver County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, mining, and tourism. The county is known for its [[dairy farming]], [[cattle ranching]], and [[alfalfa]] production. Mining activities include the extraction of [[copper]], [[gold]], and other minerals. The county also attracts tourists with its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities.<br />
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== Education ==<br />
Beaver County is served by the [[Beaver County School District]], which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the area. The district is committed to providing quality education to the residents of the county.<br />
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== Transportation ==<br />
Major highways that pass through Beaver County include [[Interstate 15 (Utah)|Interstate 15]], which runs north-south through the county, and [[U.S. Route 21 (Utah)|U.S. Route 21]]. These highways provide vital connections to other parts of Utah and neighboring states.<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[List of counties in Utah]]<br />
* [[Beaver, Utah]]<br />
* [[Milford, Utah]]<br />
* [[Minersville, Utah]]<br />
* [[Tushar Mountains]]<br />
* [[Beaver River (Utah)]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
{{Commons category|Beaver County, Utah}}<br />
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[[Category:Beaver County, Utah]]<br />
[[Category:1856 establishments in Utah Territory]]<br />
[[Category:Counties in Utah]]<br />
[[Category:Populated places established in 1856]]<br />
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