Beaver County Death Index Records

The Beaver County death index covers vital records from this rural southwest Utah county, giving researchers and family members a way to locate death certificates and related documents. Searching the Beaver County death index connects you to records held at the Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics, the Southwest Utah Public Health Department, and the Utah State Archives. Death certificates have been registered at the state level since 1905, and some pre-1905 records exist at the county level. This page explains how to search, request, and obtain Beaver County death records through official channels.

What Beaver County Death Index Records Include

Beaver County death records contain a range of information about each registered death. A standard Utah death certificate lists the full name of the deceased, date and place of death, cause of death, age, birthplace, occupation, and the names of surviving family members. The attending physician or medical examiner certifies the cause of death, and the local registrar in Beaver County verifies the filing. Most records from 1905 onward follow this standard format.

FamilySearch holds an important collection covering Utah deaths from 1904 to 1964, which includes Beaver County records. This collection contains more than 260,000 indexed certificates and is free to search at FamilySearch. Military deaths from World War II and the Korean War (1941 to 1953) are also included. These records are especially useful for family history research involving Beaver County ancestors.

Death registers from 1847 to 1966 and federal census mortality schedules from 1850 to 1880 cover Beaver County as well. These older sources often contain details not found in standard certificates. Historical registers may show cause of death in older language and list witnesses or neighbors who reported the death. Taken together, these collections give researchers strong coverage of Beaver County deaths across more than a century.

Note: Some early Beaver County death records from before 1905 may be incomplete because statewide compliance was not fully established until around 1917.

How to Search Beaver County Death Records

Several methods are available to search Beaver County death records. Online searching is the fastest starting point. The Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics uses the SILVER system for online ordering. VitalChek also accepts online orders for Utah death certificates, including those for Beaver County deaths.

For historical research, start with FamilySearch. The Utah Death Certificates collection covers 1904 to 1964 and is free to access. The Utah State Archives holds records that are more than 50 years old, and these are free to the public under state law. You can search the archives catalog online and request digital copies of older Beaver County records.

The VitalRec.com Utah counties page lists contact information and ordering options for each county, including Beaver. This can help you identify which office to contact when you are not sure where a specific record is held.

Note: For records less than 50 years old, you must show that you are an immediate family member and provide valid photo ID and proof of relationship before a copy will be released.

Beaver County Death Certificate Office

Beaver County is served by the Southwest Utah Public Health Department (SWUPD), which handles vital records for several counties in southwestern Utah including Beaver, Washington, Iron, Garfield, and Kane. The main office for the Southwest Utah Public Health Department is located at 620 S. 400 E., Suite 400, St. George, UT 84770. You can reach the Washington County office at (435) 986-2557 and the Iron County office at (435) 586-2437.

The Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics also serves Beaver County directly. That office is located at 288 N 1460 W, PO Box 141012, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1012. The phone number is (801) 538-6105, and the office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Requests sent by mail or submitted in person at the Salt Lake City office are both accepted. Visit vitalrecords.utah.gov for forms, instructions, and additional contact details.

Note: Calling ahead before visiting in person is recommended, as office hours and availability can vary for rural counties like Beaver.

Getting Beaver County Death Certificates

The Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics website at vitalrecords.utah.gov explains what the office looks like and what services it provides.

The Utah Office of Vital Records is the primary source for certified Beaver County death certificates issued after 1905.

The first certified copy of a Beaver County death certificate costs $30. Each additional copy ordered at the same time costs $10. These fees apply whether you order in person, by mail, or online. Payment methods vary by channel, so check the ordering instructions at vitalrecords.utah.gov before submitting your request.

Online ordering through SILVER or VitalChek is the fastest method for most people. Mail requests take longer but work well when you cannot visit in person. Mail your completed application form, a copy of your valid photo ID, and any required proof of relationship to the Office of Vital Records. In-person requests at the Salt Lake City office are also accepted during business hours. The Southwest Utah Public Health Department in St. George can assist Beaver County residents who prefer a local contact.

Restricted records, meaning those less than 50 years old, require the requestor to be an immediate family member. Qualifying relationships include surviving spouse, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, and grandchild. You must provide both valid photo ID and documented proof of that relationship. Under Utah Code 26B-8-125, access to restricted vital records is limited to protect privacy.

Historical Death Records in Beaver County

The Utah State Archives holds the oldest Beaver County death records, including those from before statewide registration began in 1905. Pre-1905 records may appear in county registers, church records, and other local sources. The Archives catalog is searchable online, and many records more than 50 years old are available at no cost.

The Utah State Archives is a key resource for Beaver County researchers working on records older than 50 years.

FamilySearch is a free and well-indexed resource for Beaver County deaths from 1904 to 1964. The Utah Death Certificates collection at FamilySearch includes more than 260,000 certificates. Beaver County deaths in this period appear alongside records from across the state, and many are linked to scanned images of the original documents. Military deaths from World War II and the Korean War are indexed separately but are part of the same collection.

Federal census mortality schedules from 1850 through 1880 record deaths that occurred in the year before each census. These schedules cover Beaver County and can fill gaps for deaths that predate formal registration. Death registers from 1847 to 1966 also survive for Beaver County at various repositories. When researching older deaths, it helps to consult multiple sources because no single collection is complete for the earliest periods.

Note: The CDC vital records page for Utah lists additional background on state registration history, which applies to Beaver County records.

Who Can Access Beaver County Death Records

Utah law divides death records into two categories based on age. Records more than 50 years old are public and can be requested by anyone. Records less than 50 years old are restricted under Utah Code 26B-8-125. Only immediate family members of the deceased may request restricted records, and they must provide proof of identity and proof of their relationship to the deceased.

The Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), found at Utah Code 63G-2, governs public records access broadly in Utah, including Beaver County. GRAMA gives the public the right to inspect and copy government records unless a specific exemption applies. Vital records for the first 50 years after death fall under a privacy exemption, which is why the immediate-family requirement exists for newer records.

Authorized representatives, including attorneys acting on behalf of an eligible family member, may also request restricted Beaver County death records. Legal representatives should include a signed authorization from the family member along with their credentials. Estate executors and administrators may also qualify depending on the circumstances.

The Social Security Administration POMS provides guidance on how death records interact with federal benefit programs. Families dealing with survivor benefits often need certified copies of death certificates, and understanding access rules in advance makes the process faster.

VitalChek provides online ordering for Beaver County death certificates when you need a copy quickly.

Cities in Beaver County

Beaver County is a rural county in southwest Utah. The county seat is Beaver City. Other communities in Beaver County include Milford and Minersville. All death records for residents of Beaver County are filed with the Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics in Salt Lake City, with local assistance available through the Southwest Utah Public Health Department.

Nearby Counties

Beaver County borders several other Utah counties. If you are researching deaths across county lines, the neighboring counties listed below may also hold relevant records.

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