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Frequently Asked Questions

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Salt Lake County Library System

Salt Lake County Library website

Where is the library?

Salt Lake County Library operates 18 neighborhood branches and a reading room at Alta - each has access to the more than 2,000,000 items owned by the County.

  • Alta Reading Room
    Alta Community Center
    Alta UT 84092
    801 943-4636
  • Bingham Creek
    4834 West 9000 South
    West Jordan UT 84088-2213
    801 943-4636
  • Columbus
    2530 South 500 East
    South Salt Lake UT 84106-1316
    801 943-4636
  • Draper
    1136 East Pioneer Road (12400 South)
    Draper, UT 84020
    801 943-4636
  • East Millcreek
    2266 East Evergreen Avenue (3435 South)
    Salt Lake City UT 84109-2927
    801 943-4636
  • Herriman
    13011 South Pioneer Street (6000 West)
    Herriman, UT 84065-8904
    801 943-4636
  • Holladay
    2150 East Murray Holladay Rd (4730 South)
    Salt Lake City UT 84117-5241
    801 943-4636
  • Hunter
    4740 West 4100 South
    West Valley City UT 84120-4948
    801 943-4636
  • Kearns
    5350 South 4220 West
    Kearns UT 84118-4314
    801 943-4636
  • Magna
    8339 West 3500 South
    Magna UT 84044-1870
    801 943-4636
  • Riverton
    12877 South 1830 West
    Riverton, UT 84065-3204
    801 943-4636
  • Sandy
    10100 South Petunia Way (1405 East)
    Sandy, UT 84092-4380
    801 943-4636
  • Calvin S. Smith
    810 East 3300 South
    Salt Lake City, UT 84106-1534
    801 943-4636
  • South Jordan
    10673 South Redwood Road (1700 West)
    South Jordan, UT 84095
    801 943-4636
  • Taylorsville
    4870 South 2700 West
    Taylorsville UT 84118-2138
    801 943-4636
  • Ruth Vine Tyler
    8041 South Wood Street (55 West)
    Midvale, UT 84047-7559
    801 943-4636
  • West Jordan
    1970 West 7800 South
    West Jordan, UT 84088-4025
    801 943-4636
  • West Valley
    2880 West 3650 South
    West Valley City, UT 84119-3743
    801 943-4636
  • Whitmore
    2197 East Fort Union Blvd (7000 South)
    Salt Lake City, UT 84121-3139
    801 943-4636

What are your library hours?

Regular library hours:

  • Monday - Thursday 10 am - 9 pm
  • Friday - Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
  • Closed Sundays and legal holidays

How do I get a library card?

Library cards will be issued to individuals at least 18 years old and present a current Utah driver's license, driving privilege card or Utah ID card with a current address. If the license or ID cards does not contain a current address, picture ID will be accepted with one of the following:

  • Current lease agreement
  • Current utility bill
  • Deed or mortgage (with address)
  • Current car registration
  • Current pay check stub with address

Children ages 5-17 may obtain a library card by visiting the library with a parent or guardian, following the same procedure as described for an adult card. The parent or guardian must sign for approval.

Cards are free to residents of Salt Lake County. Replacement cards are $3. Non-residents may purchase a card by paying an annual fee of $80 or $40 for six months.

How many items can I borrow?

Thirty (30) items can be borrowed at one time on a card. New cardholders will be limited to five (5) items for the first month.

Can I let others check out items using my card?

Cards are non-transferable and may be used only by the person named on the account.

What do I need to do if I lose my library card?

Lost cards should be reported immediately. Call 801 943-4636.

How do I renew materials?

To renew an item:

  • Access your library account online at www.slco.lib.ut.us and renew your own materials
  • Call the library at 801 943-4636
  • Call TeleCirc at 801 944-1384
  • Bring the item(s) back to the library for check out

Can I reserve an item?

Yes. To reserve an item:

  • Access the library catalog online at www.slco.lib.ut.us and place a "hold" using your library card
  • Call the library at 801 943-4636

What happens if I lose or damage a borrowed item?

Fees for lost or damaged items will be charged to the cardholder's account. Cardholders will be charged a flat fee of $5 if damaged items are returned and can be repaired.

Can I rent a meeting room?

Meeting rooms are available in most Salt Lake County Library Branches. While there is no charge to use the room, there is a small cleaning deposit. Rooms may be reserved by calling 801 943-4636.