Utah Drought
Allessandra Harris
Utah is no longer in a severe drought
After the state's record-breaking snowpack, and for the first time in four years, the state is out of severe drought conditions.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Great Salt Lake getting a bump from Weber River water diversion
The Weber Basin Water Conservancy District said water released today from the Weber River will eventually make it to the Great Salt Lake.2 years ago
Curt Gresseth
Are you eligible for a landscape rebate?
Only 35 of Utah’s 329 cities qualify for the landscape rebate, which pays homeowners $3 per square foot to rip out their thirsty lawns. Cynthia Bee of the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District joins the show to discuss the statewide program.2 years ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Record snowpack likely adds 2 years to Great Salt Lake’s long-term outlook, experts say
When taking into account the typical summer loss, he projects that the lake will be about 4,192.5 feet to 4,193 feet by the end of the year, close to current levels.2 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
Strawberries in the Desert: From drip irrigation to vertical gardens, Utah officials learn how Israel does more with less water
The delegation walked into a greenhouse where plump, ripe strawberries were growing in the middle of the Negev Desert.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
Utah leaders look to Israel for water management and solutions
Utah lawmakers and elected officials recently took a trip to Isreal to see how the country effectively manages and creates water solutions to apply to Utah's ongoing drought.2 years ago
Heather May and Ben Winslow, Great Salt Lake Collaborative
Why did Utah leaders go to Israel?
Israel is one of the driest countries in the world. The country went from water scarcity to water surplus, what can Utah learn?2 years ago
Adam Small
Despite ecosystems improving around The Great Salt Lake Water conservation is still key
The Great Salt Lake has risen three and a half feet since hitting an all-time low in November 2022, but water conservation should still be a priority.2 years ago
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com
‘Whiplash weather’: Salt Lake County issues turf replacement grants to 7 cities to conserve water
Many residents in Salt Lake County are now eligible in funds from a grant to convert lawns to water efficient landscaping.2 years ago
Carter Williams
Lake Powell could rise 50 to 90 feet over the next few months
The most probable scenario is that the reservoir jumps to 3,590 feet in elevation, or about 65 feet, by June.2 years ago
Carter Williams, KSL.com
Utah water district to redirect 50M gallons of water to Great Salt Lake every day
The water that the district is sending to the lake is enough to fill 100 Olympic-sized swimming pools or 150 homes for a year.2 years ago
Ben Winslow, FOX 13
Utah lawmakers plan to revisit how you pay for water
Depending on how much water you use, you'll either have sticker shock or savings as lawmakers take a look at water usage.2 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Despite historic snowpack, Utah’s still suffering the effects of drought
Last October, 100% of the state was experiencing drought. Now, only 35% of Utah is experiencing drought conditions. But we still need to conserve.2 years ago
Melanie Porter , Jenna Bree
Boats back in the Great Salt Lake Marina thanks to rising water levels
On Monday, the Great Salt Lake State Park reported that the first two sailboats are back in the marina. Boats were pulled last summer.2 years ago
Mark Jones
Inside Sources: How much water does Utah get to keep?
SALT LAKE CITY — The record-breaking snowfall in Utah this winter has given the state more water than it expected to have. And considering, the West is experiencing a drought that has gone on for more than two decades, figuring out how much water Utah gets to keep is an issue that has a lot […]2 years ago
Adam Small
Sandbags and water conservation are both needed in Utah right now
While people prepare sandbags for the spring runoff expected in Utah, officials ask residents to be "conservation aware."2 years ago
Leia Larsen, Salt Lake Tribune
Utah golf courses say they’re reducing water use. Some can prove it.
The records received show at least 40 of Utah’s golf courses cut use between 2021 and 2022, despite bone-dry weather conditions.2 years ago
Ben Winslow, Fox 13
Utah in ‘uncharted territory’ with record-breaking snow, Cox warns
As snowstorms continue to hit Utah, Governor Spencer Cox warned counties to prepare for the potential for flooding.2 years ago
Waverly Golden
Water released from reservoirs in preparation for spring runoff
With record-breaking snow comes spring runoff, and local water districts are preparing for potential flooding by releasing water from reservoirs.2 years ago
Mark Jackson
Ballpark residents hear from county officials on potential flooding
Residents in the Ballpark neighborhood had their concerns heard by ciy officials regarding possible flooding this spring.2 years ago
Aubri Wuthrich
Looking back at Utah’s record-breaking winter in pictures
Utah has been pounded with snow this season. While it is good for some things, it is hard in other aspects.2 years ago
MIKE ANDERSON, KSL-TV
Bear Lake expected to rise 8-10 feet this summer
It is estimated that Bear Lake's lake level will rise up to 10 feet this summer helping the lake recover from drought.2 years ago
Devin Oldroyd
Getting sandbags for flood preparation, what to know
Utahns need to be prepared for spring runoff. Rest easy knowing that it's not too late to get sandbags, as several city offices are still offering them.2 years ago
