Sego, Utah, once a bustling coal mining town from 1910 to 1955, now stands as a ghost town in Grand County, United States. Nestled in the picturesque Sego Canyon, the remnants of this historic settlement lie just 5 miles north of Thompson Springs. The town's history is intertwined with the Ballard & Thompson Railroad, a crucial lifeline for transporting coal.
Founded by Henry Ballard and later managed by B.F. Bauer, Sego witnessed a boom in coal production, with the American Fuel Company expanding operations significantly. The town, initially named Neslen, flourished with a post office, company store, and unique housing arrangements for miners, showcasing a blend of company-built houses and miner-owned cabins.
Despite facing challenges such as water scarcity and labor disputes, Sego thrived as a significant Grand County town in the 1920s and 1930s. The decline of the coal industry eventually led to the town's abandonment in 1955. Today, visitors can explore the remnants of Sego, including the collapsed boarding house, abandoned foundations, and the haunting presence of an underground coal seam fire.
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