Moving to Ballard, UT
The information below can help you decide if moving to Ballard City is the right choice for you! If you're curious about anything that wasn't addressed here, or want any additional information, please contact the City Recorder for more information.
Ballard City Community
Ballard is a city with a population of 1700 people. While it has many amenities and opportunities, it is truly the community that draws people to Ballard City. The typical Ballard resident is both family and community-oriented. Many of our residents enjoy outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, hunting, and fishing. We also enjoy the arts, and there are many programs for dancers and musicians especially. There is a strong spirit of generosity and volunteerism. The community regularly bands together in times of need.
Activities for Youth and Teens
We have a variety of sporting activities, including baseball, soccer, volleyball, golf, tennis, martial arts, and more. We also have multiple dance and tumbling studios, each specializing in different styles and providing a unique training environment. Through our local school district, young people can also participate in active choir, theater, band, and guitar programs.
Outdoor Recreation
In addition to the athletic activities mentioned above, Ballard is part of a gateway to a wide variety of outdoor recreation. We are located just 20 minutes from the base of the Uinta Mountain Range, with easy access to its camping sites, mountain biking trails, hiking trails, hunting and fishing locations, rock climbing opportunities, and more. We are also centrally located among other campgrounds, bike trails, and ATV trails. We're surrounded by reservoirs for boating, fishing, and other water activities.
Local Libraries
A neighboring city, Roosevelt City, has one of the most active libraries in the State of Utah. The local librarian, Stephen Moon, was named the Utah Librarian of the Year for 2018. The Duchesne County Library: Roosevelt Branch part of a coalition of local libraries who share a catalog, making it easy for readers to access whatever book they're seeking. In addition to their catalog, the Roosevelt library also hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year designed to get the community involved and share the love of reading. Highlights include the summer reading program, the annual Harry Potter party held each July, an elaborate Christmas gingerbread display, and the Fandom Party held each September, which serves as a local version of a comic convention.
Healthcare Services
Uintah Basin Healthcare is located just a few minutes from Ballard City. They are a locally owned and operated, not-for-profit organization, and they are the largest rural hospital in the State of Utah. They offer all the services of a big city hospital, including an emergency department, award-winning Women's Health Clinic, surgical suite, physical and occupational therapy, labor and delivery department, medical/surgical unit, intensive care unit, and long-term care facility. They also operate a clinic with 26 physicians of varying specialties, from pediatrics to orthopedics to gynecology. In addition to Uintah Basin Healthcare, the local health department is very active in the community. They provide basic services, including immunizations, check-ups, drug screenings, and more. They also take an active role in promoting healthy practices within the community. There are also have several chiropractors, many licensed therapists, and several alternative medicine practitioners nearby.
Educational Opportunities
A: We have three public elementary schools, one junior high school, and one high school in Roosevelt City. All of our public schools are newly constructed or recently remodeled. We are also located less than 10 minutes away from a K-12 charter school. In terms of higher education, Roosevelt City is home to UBTech, one of the state's first technical colleges, and the first branch campus of Utah State University. Both institutions have close relationships with our local school district, allowing students to pursue post-secondary degrees and certifications while still in high school.
Airport
The Roosevelt Municipal Airport is the nearest general aviation airport which can accommodate private planes and small jet traffic. The Vernal Regional Airport, located 30 minutes away, offers commercial flights to and from some locations. The Salt Lake International Airport is located 2 1/2 hours away.
Internet Service - change?
Ballard is one of the few rural communities in the United States with fiber internet services. All our fiber, internet, and telecommunication services are provided by Strata Networks, a co-op owned by the users, which allows us to access high-speed internet at low costs.
Utility Services
Like internet and telecommunications, electricity is also provided by a co-op, Moon Lake Electric Association. They have consistently kept some of the lowest power rates in the State of Utah since the 1980s. Water and sewer services are offered through the Ballard City Water and Sewer SSD.
Nearby Parks and Recreational Facilities
Ballard currently has 2 city parks. Nearby in Roosevelt, there is a designated walking park, skate park, and bike pump track along with 3 city parks. Roosevelt City also has a beautiful 18-hole golf course with a traditional front nine and locally-designed back nine featuring a true island green. They also constructed a brand new aquatic center in 2016, which features both indoor and outdoor pools. In addition to these nearby facilities, there are a variety of commercially-owned recreational opportunities. Nearby Roosevelt City has two movie theaters with a total of three screens as well as a drive-in movie theater that is among the last of its kind in the nation. It is open every weekend throughout the summer months. We are located 10 minutes away from a bowling alley, and a new axe-throwing arena just opened locally.
Farmers Market
The nearby Roosevelt Farmers Market is held on Thursday afternoons in Central Park from June through September.
Concert Venues
A: There are a variety of concerts put on locally each year. The Uintah Basin Orchestra and Chorus is a talented local performing group that holds large concerts each year featuring guest conductors from around the nation. Recording artists occasionally travel to Duchesne and Vernal, each located 30 minutes from Ballard City, and Salt Lake City attracts major headlining bands and is located just 2 1/2 hours away.
Businesses Near Ballard City
Near Ballard City there are two grocery stores, four car wash locations, a laundry mat, numerous gas stations, multiple fast food restaurants, a pet store, several beauty salons, and much more.
Professional Services Near Ballard City
Professional services near Ballard City are as follows: veterinarian, several CPAs, multiple lawyers, an IT consulting service, and multiple engineering firms, among others.