Riverton, Utah, is situated in the United States and is an integral part of the Salt Lake City Metropolitan Statistical Area. According to the 2020 census, the population of Riverton was 45,285. The city is located in the rapidly growing southwestern corner of the Salt Lake Valley. In the mid-1850s, the first European settlers arrived in the area, establishing crude dugout homes along the river bottom. The identity of the first settler to claim land in Riverton is disputed, but it is believed to be Archibald Gardner. Originally known as “Gardnerville,” the town later changed its name to Riverton.
Show_More The initial growth of Riverton was hampered by limited access to water for irrigation. However, as additional water sources became available, the town gradually expanded. To provide irrigation for agricultural purposes in the wider area, three canals were constructed, extending water from the nearby Jordan River to the benchland areas. By the onset of World War I in 1914, Riverton had prospered as an agricultural community due to increased irrigation water and an influx of people. During this time, the town boasted a thriving business district. Riverton City is classified as a city of the 3rd class according to the Utah Code. Its governance follows a “six-member council” model, comprising a mayor and five council members who collectively form the governing body. Each council member represents a distinct geographical district, while the mayor represents the entire city. To manage the city’s operations, employees, and services on a day-to-day basis, the city council has appointed a professional, full-time city manager. The city manager assumes responsibility for overseeing all city departments and directly reports to the mayor and city council. If you’re going to Riverton, Utah make sure to book your door to door airport shuttle ride with Point To Point Express for a stress-free trip. We offer door-to-door shuttle services to and from Salt Lake City International Airport. Whether you’re going to your house, a work meeting, or a ski resort, we’ll make sure your transportation is smooth and convenient. Show_Less
