Orem, Urban center in Utah County, United States.
Description
Orem is a city in Utah County in the state of Utah, extending along the eastern shore of Utah Lake at the base of the Wasatch Range at an elevation near 1455 meters (4770 feet). Its streets follow a grid pattern with wide lanes and intersections lined with supermarkets, gas stations, and residential neighborhoods of single-family homes.
History
The settlement began in 1877 as a railway stop originally called Provo Bench before being renamed in honor of railroad entrepreneur Walter C. Orem. Over the decades it developed into a city with its own administration and grew steadily toward the mountains.
Culture
Utah Valley University brings thousands of students into town and shapes the daily rhythm and character of many neighborhoods. Walking through the streets, you often see young people, cafes, and shops tailored to this community.
Practical
The city offers an interactive map system online that lets residents check the materials of their water service lines. Visitors will find sidewalks and stores in most neighborhoods that are easy to reach on foot or by car.
Did you know?
The city runs a pilot program for recycling plastic film in partnership with a waste management company. This initiative aims to find new ways to reuse packaging material and keep it out of the waste stream.
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