EM Plans Restoration of Iconic Eagle Rock Statue

The City is moving forward with plans to restore its beloved Eagle Rock statue, a historic landmark that has been part of the community’s identity since the city’s early days.

Eagle Mountain City Manager Ben Reeves explained in a recent interview that the statue was originally constructed with a large piece of one-inch-thick steel set into a boulder as its base.  When it was discovered that the rock had deteriorated to the point of possible colapse, the mounument was temporarily removed as it was posing a safety risk.

“The Eagle Rock Mounument is a historic feature, something that our community’s identity is tied to, and something that we want to see restored just as soon as possible,” Reeves said.

The restoration project is being carefully planned to accommodate future changes in the city’s landscape, including a new freeway corridor. “We wanted to make sure that when we do restore it, it’s something that we could move to a different location in the future, if needed.” Reeves noted, adding that the city is considering options such as constructing a faux rock that can be relocated if required.

To ensure the new statue reflects Eagle Mountain’s updated branding, the City is also working with a local company and welcoming ideas from community volunteers. Three design options—low, medium, and high cost—are being developed and will be presented to the city council for consideration. While the final decision will rest with the council, Reeves said community input will be encouraged.

Residents are encouraged to stay engaged by following city council agendas and participating in public meetings. Reeves emphasized the importance of the project to the community.

“We know this is part of the heart and soul of our community. It wasn’t a project we were planning on taking on, but when we saw the deteriorated nature of that rock, we knew we needed to take it down. We hope to restore it with something that the community can be proud of for generations to come,” said Reeves.

The city expects to present the design options to the council soon, marking a significant step toward bringing back a cherished symbol of Eagle Mountain’s heritage.