• Utah’s snowpack has melted, leading to high water levels in rivers and streams.
• Reservoirs across the state are at 92% capacity, a 20% increase from normal.
• The Great Salt Lake has risen 6.5 feet since its historic low in November 2022.
• The Utah Department of Natural Resources is urging residents to conserve water.

July 1, 2024 — Utah’s snowpack has melted, leading to high water levels in rivers and streams, according to a report by the Utah Division of Water Resources published on June 27, 2024. The state’s reservoirs are currently at 92% capacity, which is 20% higher than normal.

“Our snowpack melting gradually has helped fill reservoirs and replenish our natural environment,” Candice Hasenyager, Director of the Division of Water Resources, said in the report. “For the most part, we have avoided flooding concerns while managing reservoirs optimally.”

The Great Salt Lake has also seen a noteworthy increase, rising around 6.5 feet since its historic low in November 2022.

“Our healthy reservoir storage reminds us it’s not about what we get, it’s about what we keep,” Hasenyager said. “Let’s optimize our water usage by checking out the Weekly Lawn Watering Guide or some of the rebates and incentives on UtahWaterSavers.com.”

The Utah Division of Natural Resources urges residents to conserve water as the state enters drier and hotter conditions.

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