Utah Drought
Kate Davis
Salt Lake saved almost 3 billion gallons of water this season
Lower Salt Lake water usage led the county to save billions of gallons of water in the face of Utah's ongoing drought.2 years ago
Rachel Ramirez, CNN
The upstream water used to keep Lake Powell afloat is running out
The dam is a key source of energy in the region, generating power for as many as 5.8 million homes and businesses in seven states, and is at high risk of being forced offline should the lake's level drop below 3,490 feet above sea level.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
A pipeline from Lake Powell to Washington County is taking shape
Utah is moving forward with the Lake Powell Pipeline, but opponents say it's too costly and that Utah doesn't have the right to divert the water.2 years ago
Becky Bruce
It’s not just hot – this September heat wave is impacting high altitude locations as well
Traveling to high altitude does not afford much relief from the heat wave in northern Utah this week, with blame falling on the high-pressure system above.2 years ago
Alejandro Lucero
Utah youth to hold funeral style demonstration for Great Salt Lake
A funeral style demonstration will be held by Utah Youth Environmental Solutions Network on Sept. 3. It will begin at 11 a.m.2 years ago
Adam Small
Gov. Cox feels optimistic about the future of The Great Salt Lake, air quality and job growth
Gov. Spencer Cox spoke on numerous issues at Utah State University on Thursday, stating he was optimistic about the issues facing Utah.2 years ago
Amie Shaeffer and Simone Seikaly
Utah sets heat record for hottest summer
Three factors are contributing to Utah's record-breaking heat: climate change, soil moisture, and low levels of the Great Salt Lake.2 years ago
Jessica Lowell
Boat ramp at Great Salt Lake State Park closed due to low water levels
The Great Salt Lake State Park has closed its boat ramp due to low water levels. Visitors to the park can still launch their boats, but will do so at their own risk, according to the Utah Division of State Parks.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Cloud seeding: a potential save for the Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake has seen record low levels due to severe drought. Cloudseeding could help.2 years ago
Becky Bruce
After tour of Great Salt Lake, Sen. Romney says feds are here to help
Utah Sen. Mitt Romney took a tour of the Great Salt Lake Friday to look over the situation and how the lake can be saved.2 years ago
Allie Litzinger and Dan Bammes
Farmers confront grim choices in midst of severe drought
A survey shows many farmers are being forced to leave fields uncultivated, destroy orchards and sell cattle herds due to severe drought.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Utah won’t be forced to cut water use from Colorado River, at least for now
While still being required to conserve water, Utah will not have its water use cut from the Colorado River, at least for now, according to the Bureau of Reclamation.2 years ago
Ella Nilsen and Rachel Ramirez, CNN
Colorado River falls into Tier 2 shortage, new cuts coming for Southwest
The federal government is implementing new mandatory water cuts and asking states to devise a plan to save the river basin.2 years ago
Chandler Holt
Some Utah areas see slight drop in drought levels
A drought update from the Utah Division of Water Resources offers a glimpse of good news for Utah. Division spokesman Michael Sanchez says you can thank a good monsoonal season for a slight drop in the percentage of the state that is in extreme drought or worse2 years ago
Nouran Salahieh and Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN
More human remains discovered in Lake Mead’s receding waters
More human remains have been found in the receding waters of Lake Mead, authorities announced Saturday. This is the fourth time human remains have been found at Lake Mead National Recreation Area since May.2 years ago
Martha Harris
Low water levels at Utah Lake cause restrictions for Daybreak
The Daybreak Water Company says its secondary access at Utah Lake is restricted due to low water levels. However, a expert says those restrictions are in place for the health of the lake.2 years ago
Kate Davis
Utah Board of Water Resources approves nearly $200 million to build secondary water meters
Grants totaling around $190 million will be used to build over 100,000 new secondary water meters across the state of Utah.2 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Restrictions on golf courses, non-functional grass among Washington County strict water rules
The new Washington County water ordinances also ask residents and businesses to use secondary, or untreated water for outdoor use when available.2 years ago
Devin Oldroyd
New poll says Utahns want incentives for water-wise landscaping
A new poll shows half of Utahns believe incentives for water-wise landscaping would be the best way to encourage water conservation.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Your Diet Coke can could be in jeopardy if the Great Salt Lake dries up
As the Great Salt Lake shrinks, the impact of its decline grows. Industries from food to recreation stand to be affected by the lake's declining water levels.2 years ago
Dan Bammes
Romney’s Great Salt Lake bill folded into larger law, passes the Senate
Sen. Mitt Romney's Great Salt Lake bill was rolled into the larger Water Resources Development Act of 2022, which just passed in the Senate.2 years ago
Allie Litzinger
Salt Lake water watchers say Utahns stepped up to conserve water
The Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District is happy with the results after asking customers to conserve by reducing water use by 10% back in May.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Cloud seeding could bring more water to the Great Salt Lake, Utah Department of Natural Resources says
Cloud seeding is a type of weather modification. The Utah Department of Natural Resources thinks it could bring more water to the Great Salt Lake.2 years ago
