Vernal Utah Temple |
51st operating temple |
© 2002, Rick Satterfield. All rights reserved.
Location: 170 South 400 West, Vernal, Utah, United States.
Phone Number: 435-789-3220.
Site: 1.6 acres.
Exterior Finish: Face brick.
Temple Design: Adaptation of Uintah Stake Tabernacle.
Number of Rooms: Two ordinance rooms and three sealing.
Total Floor Area: 38,771 square feet.
Announcement: 13 February 1994 Phone Number: 435-789-3220.
Site: 1.6 acres.
Exterior Finish: Face brick.
Temple Design: Adaptation of Uintah Stake Tabernacle.
Number of Rooms: Two ordinance rooms and three sealing.
Total Floor Area: 38,771 square feet.
Groundbreaking and Site Dedication: 13 May 1995 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Public Open House: 11–25 October 1997
Dedication: 2–4 November 1997 by Gordon B. Hinckley
Temple Facts
The Vernal Utah Temple was the first temple built from an existing building. The temple is a total renovation of the Uintah Stake Tabernacle, dedicated in 1907. The interior was completely gutted, and a second tower was added to the roof.
The Vernal Utah Temple was the tenth temple built in Utah.
