University of Utah and U.S. Army Reserve Complete Land Transfer
The University of Utah and the U.S. Army Reserve have finalized a significant land transfer involving 50 acres at Fort Douglas. This relocation supports the establishment of a new $127 million Army Reserve Center at Camp Williams, enhancing military readiness and educational opportunities.

The U.S. Army Reserve has completed the relocation of units and the transfer of 50 acres from Fort Douglas to the University of Utah. This process involved state and federal cooperation, resulting in a new $127 million, 227,000-square-foot facility at Camp Williams, which opened in June 2026.
The Army Reserve will maintain operations at the Fort Douglas museum and cemetery, while the university plans to develop the transferred land for future campus use. This partnership aims to modernize military infrastructure and strengthen educational ties, enhancing overall operational capabilities in the western United States.




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