Daggett County was named after Ellsworth Daggett who helped develop irrigation for the county. It is located in eastern Utah in the top right hand corner of the state.

Area: 682 sq. miles

Average income: $14,071

County seat: Manila

Economy: The mainstay of Daggett County is livestock, hay and alfalfa. It is also an important producer of electric power for Utah.

Highest point: Leidy Peak (12,028 ft)

Points of interest: Flaming Gorge Recreational Area, Ashley National Forest.

Population:

1990 - 690
1996 - 803

History for Daggett County

Daggett School District
Second North St At Second West St
P.O. Box 249
Manila, UT 84046
Phone: 435-784-3174
Number of Schools: 3
Number of Students: 191

County Courthouse
95 N 1st St W
PO Box 219
Manila, UT 84046-0219
Phone: 435-784-3154
FAX: (801) 784-3335