Tooele Homes, Businesses Damaged In Devastating Floods
Aug 2, 2021, 7:04 PM | Updated: 7:08 pm
TOOELE, Utah — A big cleanup project began in Tooele City on Monday after flash flooding damaged dozens of homes and many businesses.
Every single person KSL-TV spoke to in Tooele said they have never seen flooding like what they experienced on Sunday.
Unfortunately, the extreme weather damaged areas all across the city. It actually led to the closure of two canyons — Middle Canyon and Settlement Canyon.
Middle Canyon is closed— here’s why.
Tooele also has Settlement Canyon closed too. @KSL5TV pic.twitter.com/4UlwWWSwBX
— Morgan Wolfe (@MorganWolfeKSL) August 2, 2021
KSL-TV was allowed up Middle Canyon Monday to get a closer look at the damage.
Rocks and debris were scattered across the roadway and water marks that were left behind showed how quickly water flowed through the canyon.
Assistant County Manager Britany Lopez said 34 homes suffered water damage, as well as three businesses and three city facilities.
Video of a manhole covering that overflowed on Main Street showed water rushing through the streets, forcing cars to drive through flooded intersections.
SEVERE WEATHER: Heavy rain and flooding is now affecting parts of northern Utah. This video was recorded on Main Street in Tooele. 💦💦💦 #utwx
🎥: Dani Barta Flores pic.twitter.com/6M5CvpsAY0
— KSL 5 TV (@KSL5TV) August 2, 2021
Tooele City officials want residents to let them know if they experienced any flooding over the weekend.
If you experienced any flooding over the weekend, Tooele City officials want you to let them know as they are taking count of everything and working to assess all of the damage.
More rain is expected to hit the area this week.
Anyone who needs help with sandbags or assistance cleaning up can call the city at 435-833-8155.
