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Dow James Recreation Complex

Dow James Building Address:
438 West 400 North, Tooele, UT 84074

The Dow James Complex is named in honor of Lauren Dow and Daniel James who made the supreme sacrifice for the citizens of Tooele County when they lost their lives fighting a wildfire near Stockton. Read more about these heroes on the Firefighter Tribute page.
 
The Dow James Building is host to a wide array of community and private events. The building has been the venue for such events as indoor walking, basketball practices and games, boutiques, the annual Gem and Mineral Show, and family gatherings. The Dow James was the home of the Boys & Girls Club for 20 years, until they opened their new facility in September of 2023. Reservations will be made on a first come basis.

Amenities:  Kitchen, Basketball Courts, Pickleball Court, and more!  There is a walking path designated in the building.  Walking is available during the colder months, typically October - April (depending on weather) in the morning hours from 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Questions? Please contact our Parks and Recreation Office at 435.843.2143

Fees
General/Business Use $30/hour & $50 Key/Damage Deposit
Maximum $200/day

Reservations for the current year open the first business of that year (typically January 2nd of each year).

Must make reservation online.

Community Event/Non-profit $15/hour & $50 Key/Damage Deposit
Maximum $60/day

Reservations for the current year open the first business of that year (typically January 2nd of each year).

  • Must make reservation online. 
    • Each date requested must be entered individually at time of registration. 
  • Must provide a current certificate of liability insurance naming Tooele City as an additional insured and must have a $3,000,000 aggregate.
  • May have additional requirements such as a Tooele City Business License or Special Event Permit.
  • Must provide proof of nonprofit status [501(c)3)] or you will be required to make the reservation under the general/business use.   
Health & Recreation Use $15/hour & $50 Key/Damage Deposit

1 hour per team, per week

Reservation period = 3 months

Maximum $60/day

Reservations for January – March will open the 1st business day of the month prior to the reservation period (for example reservations open December 1, 2023 for January 2024 reservations).


Reservations for April – June will open the 1st business day of the month prior to the reservation period.

Reservations for July – September will open the 1st business day of the month prior to the reservation period.

Reservations for October – December will open the 1st business day of the month prior to the reservation period.
  • Must make reservation online.
    • Each date requested must be entered individually at time of registration. 
  • Must provide a current certificate of liability insurance naming Tooele City as an additional insured and must have a $3,000,000 aggregate. Liability insurance certificates may be emailed to parksandrec@tooelecity.gov.
  • Must provide proof of nonprofit status or you will be required to make the reservation under the general/business use.   


Reservations for the Dow James Facility can be made online at https://tooelecity.activityreg.com/selectfacility_t2.wcs.   Login to your account before you select your day and time slots.