5355 West
Herriman Main Street
Herriman, UT 84096
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Welcome to the Rumor Has It page for Herriman City. This page is dedicated to clarifying information and dispelling any false rumors that may be circulating in the community. If you have a suggestion or a question you'd like addressed, you can submit a request by clicking "Submit a Rumor" below and filling out the form.
The rumor is true
The intersections of Bangerter Highway and 9800 South, 13400 South and 2700 West (all of which are outside of Herriman) will be constructed into freeway-style interchanges as part of the Bangerter South project. For more information and updates, visit udot.utah.gov/bangerter13400south/#/
For other construction updates within Herriman, visit the Construction Projects page.
The rumor is false
The City has had multiple conversations with the postmaster over the years about the need for a Herriman post office. The United States Postal Service does not have plans to construct additional post offices. Herriman City does not have any control over the construction of a post office.
For further clarification or understanding of the matter, please contact the local postmaster.
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Herriman City has pickleball courts planned in future parks in various areas of the city. A court is open at Big Bend Park and more courts are under construction at Olympia Monument Park.
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Herriman City has opened cemetery plots in section F of the Herriman Cemetery. The cemetery webpage can be found at this link.
This rumor is true
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) launched a new bus route (Route 126, also called South Valley Regional) that runs from the UTA TRAX Daybreak Parkway Station to the UTA TRAX Draper Town Center Station. The route serves several areas in Herriman, including Salt Lake Community College and Salt Lake Academy, and operates every 60 minutes from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, starting April 13, 2025.
More information can be found at: https://www.rideuta.com/Rider-Tools/Schedules-and-Maps/126-12600-South
View UTA's interactive map here.
The rumor is true
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is working on a phased development of Mountain View Corridor, where the current roadways will serve as frontage roads and the vacant space in the middle will become a full freeway.
In January 2024, UDOT began conducting geotechnical work to assess soil conditions as part of the freeway design process. The first phase of freeway construction north of Porter Rockwell Boulevard is expected to begin in late 2026. Construction is in progress now from Porter Rockwell Boulevard southward into Utah County. Full information about the Mountain View Corridor project can be found on UDOT's website.
The rumor is false
Though feedback was gathered on an initial conceptual design of Jackson Park, located at 11983 S Butte County Drive, in 2021, construction on the park will likely not begin until 2028 when funding has been planned for the project. Note: the constructed park will likely not look identical to the initial concept.
The rumor is false
Here are the numbers* from the City's database:
Type | Count | Percentage |
Apartments | 2,487 | 12.8% |
Other Multi-Family | 5,389 | 27.7% |
Accessory Units | 55 | 0.3% |
Single-Family | 11,503 | 59.2% |
Total | 19,434 |
*Data as of February 2025
The rumor is true
The Juniper Canyon Recreation Area is being built in phases. Phase one (fall 2022) and phase two (fall 2024) of the project are complete with more phases to come as funding becomes available. Learn more.
The rumor is probably no longer true
The completion of the intersection is driven by development. When the developer is ready to begin construction of the Panorama development, this road will be among the first new infrastructure pieces completed. The City anticipates this construction will begin in 2026. Information on the development can be found at this link.
This rumor is false
Every piece of property within city limits has designated zoning conditions. Property owners may choose to develop their land, as long as that development complies with current approved zoning and City code. If a property owner wishes to develop in a way that doesn’t comply with the property’s current zone, the owner may petition the City Council for a re-zone. The City Council is responsible for ensuring that re-zone aligns with the City’s adopted General Plan.
How businesses establish a presence:
It’s ultimately up to the property owner to connect with potential businesses to fill commercial zones, as the City cannot force a landowner to develop their property. The City has Economic Development Department staff who encourage businesses and property owners to collaborate on potential commercial projects (essentially, the economic development team can help serve as matchmakers).
This rumor is false
The construction of a TRAX train line (or any type of mass transit) in Herriman is ultimately up to the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) and their funding capability. Herriman City is currently preserving a corridor through the city in case mass transit eventually makes its way into Herriman, but neither UTA nor the City can confirm if or when it will happen.
The Wasatch Front Regional Council has developed and adopted a long-range (RTP) and short-range (TIP) transportation improvement program. The RTP is updated every four years and the TIP is updated annually. These long-range plans are continually analyzed and can change over time.
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This rumor is false
While Herriman City and Jordan School District work closely together, the City does not decide school locations. By state law, school districts and charter schools are allowed in any zone.
School sites are chosen through careful planning. The school district works with landowners, demographic experts, and the City to assess population growth and community needs. Once land is secured, the district leads the school design and construction process.
Throughout, the school district and the City coordinate on traffic studies, community impacts, and planning details, working to address the needs and long-term interests of local residents.
This rumor is true
Target announced in July 2025 that it will construct a location at The Commons at Herriman Towne Center, a new mixed-use development being constructed between 13200 South and 13400 South, west of Mountain View Corridor.
This rumor is true
On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from May 1 to September 7, a $15 all-day parking fee is charged for vehicles accessing Blackridge Reservoir. This fee, administered on-site by a contracted service, is designed to reduce peak-time crowds, distribute visitors more evenly throughout the week, and help generate revenue to partially support reservoir operations.
This rumor is true
The previous parking fine of $25 throughout the city did not sufficiently deter improperly parked cars nor come close to covering the costs of issuing and processing the fines. The City Council adopted an increased standard fine of $100 with a maximum of $200. Though the issue of illegal parking is concentrated at and near Blackridge Reservoir during peak summer times, it happens throughout the city. Parking regulations are in place to promote safety, including emergency access and clear driver views.
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Herriman City controls three separate property taxing entities: Herriman City, the Herriman City Safety Enforcement Area (law enforcement funding), and the Herriman City Fire Service Area (fire and emergency medical funding). While the general Herriman City rate has never increased, the entities for law enforcement and fire/EMS funding are proposing an increase in 2025. A public hearing is scheduled for August 13 at the city hall. Property tax information can be found at this link.
Other entities outside Herriman City's control—such as water districts, the school district, or Salt Lake County entities—may choose to increase property taxes and will have their own public hearing processes.
This rumor is no longer true
As of May 15, 2025, Herriman City no longer charges a $200 deposit for new water utility accounts. If you have any questions about the change or a previous deposit, contact the Customer Service Department at 801-446-5323.
This rumor is true
State law allows residents to ignite fireworks for 8 specific days. Visit the Fireworks webpage for details on dates, times, restricted areas, and safety tips.
This rumor is false
Herriman’s drinking water comes from two main sources: five City-owned wells and one spring (about 50% of supply), and the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District (the other 50%).
While the Kennecott Bingham Canyon Mine has caused contamination in part of the southwest Salt Lake Valley aquifer, Herriman’s wells are far from the affected area and are regularly tested for contaminants.
In the late 1990s, Kennecott, the Utah Division of Environmental Quality, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency launched the Southwest Groundwater Remediation Plan to contain and reduce the contaminated groundwater plume, primarily affecting areas such as West Jordan, South Jordan, Herriman, and Riverton, by limiting the placement of new wells.
The remediation utilizes underground wells to pump, treat, and reuse water—primarily for mining purposes. Still, some water from less-contaminated areas is fully treated using reverse osmosis and delivered as drinking water through the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District to local communities.
Ongoing monitoring shows the contamination plume is shrinking. The remediation plan will continue for 40 years, after which progress will be reassessed.
For more details, see the links below.
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Backyard fire pits and barbecue grills require a building permit if they are gas-fed and a new gas line is being installed (see Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing information).
Wood/other fire pits do not require a permit. However, please see this Unified Fire Authority handout on burning for clearances.
Residential open burning is not allowed in Herriman. Agricultural open burning is allowed only in Agricultural zones (contact the Planning/Zoning Department to determine your zone at 801-446-5323 or planning@herriman.gov. The UFA handout also addresses open burning requirements.
The rumor is likely false
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) examined soils in the late 1990s and issued a Record-of-Decision (ROD), which identified areas with contaminated soils. The ROD also recommended acceptable cleanup levels, which Herriman City adopted. When any residential subdivisions are built in those contaminated soil sites, the developer is required by the City to clean up contaminated soils when the building happens. So in those areas, the soil is safe in terms of the City and developers following the EPA’s direction. Of course, it is ultimately up to individuals and families to decide if they feel comfortable eating fruits and vegetables from in-ground gardens in those areas. For reference, the EPA’s Record of Decision can be found at this link. The most recent five-year review, as required by the Record of Decision, can be found at this link.
The rumor is true
As of May 7, 2025, fluoride is no longer added to Herriman's water system, in compliance with 2025 Utah House Bill 81. Fluoride had previously been added to Herriman's water since 2000 in compliance with a county-wide requirement. It should be noted that Herriman's water still contains naturally-occurring levels of fluoride.