Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple: An Informative Overview
Introduction
The Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple is a major new temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints currently under construction in Provo, Utah. Announced in 2021 and expected to open in late 2027, this large temple will serve members in the region and add to Utah’s already significant number of temples. Below is a concise, informative summary of the temple’s site, design, timeline, and key facts.
Announcement and naming
- The temple was announced by President Russell M. Nelson on October 3, 2021.
- A public rendering of the temple was released on November 24, 2021.
- Originally referred to as the Provo Utah Temple, the building was officially renamed the Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple on February 20, 2024.
Location and site
- Address: 2200 Temple Hill Dr, Provo, UT 84604.
- The temple will be built on a 17-acre site. (By comparison, the previous site was 15 acres; the new site is larger in part because a road that once ran in front of the old temple has been removed.)
- The temple sits at an elevation of approximately 4,876 feet (1,486 meters) above sea level.
- The temple will not share a parking lot with a meetinghouse. There is, however, a meetinghouse and associated parking located off to the corner across the street.
Design and exterior features
- The Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple will feature a single, attached central spire.
- The design does not include a gold‑leafed Angel Moroni statue; the existing Angel Moroni statue from the prior temple is currently in storage.
- Exterior finishes will include granite.
- The completed building is planned to be 163,000 square feet in size and will rise to a height of about 81 meters (265 feet 6 inches).
Construction timeline and status
- Construction officially began on February 24, 2024.
- The temple is expected to be completed in late 2027.
Context and significance
- When the temple was announced in October 2021, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints reported a global membership of roughly 16.8 million.
- At that time there were roughly 500 congregations in the state of Utah.
- Once complete, the Provo Utah Rock Canyon Temple will be the sixth temple located within the state of Utah, further expanding temple access for members in the region.
What to expect going forward
Work on the site and building continues through the construction period toward the anticipated late‑2027 completion. As the project advances, the Church typically issues updates about site work, open houses, and dedication scheduling, so those interested in visiting or following the project should watch for official announcements.
If you’d like, I can summarize the timeline in a visual timeline format or draft a short visitor’s note (what to expect at an open house and dedication) for your blog’s “Practical Information” section.