Utah’s Water

Bear Lake's changing blue color...
Mike Anderson

Environmental problems could change the blue at Bear Lake

There might be a change in the usual bright turquoise we're used to seeing at Bear Lake. While it’s a temporary change, it may be a sign of a bigger problem.
11 months ago
Chopper 5 vew of the Great Salt Lake....
Carter Williams, KSL.com

How much did Utah’s record snowpack help the Great Salt Lake?

The lake appears to have maxed out at about 4,194 feet elevation after this year's record snowpack.
11 months ago
River guides and floaters getting ready to go back into the waters. (KSL TV)...
Ladd Egan

‘Super excited’: Provo River back to normal flows just in time for holiday weekend

River guides are calling it perfect timing for the 4th of July holiday weekend after the Provo River suddenly dropped to normal levels.
11 months ago
Fireworks safety demonstration...
Karah Brackin

Red Cross, fire crews stress safety ahead of Fourth of July

As grass and other vegetation dry out and temperatures rise, the Red Cross and fire crews reminded Utahns of fireworks safety for the Fourth of July.
11 months ago
Boat on Pineview Reservoir...
Mike Anderson

Deputies enforce safety first on Utah’s lakes

Law enforcement is urging people to stay safe on the water now that the heat is starting to draw bigger crowds out to Utah's lakes.
11 months ago
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Alex Cabrero

Mirror Lake Highway busy on opening weekend

The popular Mirror Lake Highway officially opened this week. Lots of Utahns made the drive up on this first weekend and saw something you don’t normally see this late in the year.
11 months ago
Gunnison Reservoir...
Alex Cabrero

Farmers relieved Gunnison Reservoir recovered from 0% water level

You would hardly recognize Gunnison Reservoir this summer if you saw what it looked like two years ago.
11 months ago
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Mike Anderson

Cool June brings slow start to summer recreation

Utah reservoir levels are up, but recreation is down. KSL explores why.
11 months ago
Silver Lake Flat Reservoir...
Carter Williams, KSL.com

Utah’s reservoir capacity soars past 80%. Here’s which ones are now full

Utah reservoir levels are in a better place with summer around the corner than last year as what's left of the record-breaking snowpack melts.
11 months ago
Great Salt Lake dust...
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News

Are Utahns worried about Great Salt Lake after record snowpack?

A Deseret News poll shows concern remains strong, but slightly diminished in light of snowpack.
11 months ago
The Great Salt Lake on Wednesday. Utah researchers say the lake may end up gaining 6 feet between N...
Adam Small, KSL NewsRadio

Great Salt Lake brine shrimp population increases as lake reaches healthy levels

The brine shrimp industry is breathing a sigh of relief thanks to the rising water level of the Great Salt Lake.
11 months ago
Brigham Pett fishing at Pineview...
Mike Anderson

Advancements in water management help reduce flood damage

The weather is playing a significant role in minimizing our flood damage, and with a record snowpack comes record runoff.
11 months ago
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Ashley Moser

Seasonal road openings delayed as UDOT works to clear record-breaking snowpack

UDOT crews have been busy working to clear seasonal routes but because of all the snow still up in the mountains, only about half of the roads are reopened.
11 months ago
One of the boats being lowered into the Great Salt Lake marina by crane. (KSL TV)...
Dan Rascon

Boats return to Great Salt Lake waters after years of drought

An exciting and long anticipated day at the Great Salt Lake Marina as dozens of large boats finally got back into the water on Tuesday.
12 months ago
Provo River running high...
Andrew Adams

Provo River to run closer to flood stage as managers navigate runoff

City officials said they expected flows along the Provo River to be increased again next week as water managers continued to work through the spring runoff.
12 months ago
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Ladd Egan

High runoff is both good and bad news for algal blooms on Utah Lake

In recent years, algal blooms started to develop on Utah Lake around mid-June. This year, Bonner said the blooms could be delayed if the water level stays high and cold.
12 months ago
Utah ski resort...
Alex Cabrero

Utah’s ski resorts report record-breaking season

Utah's ski resorts continue to celebrate an extraordinary winter season.
12 months ago
city creek flow...
Karah Brackin

Last of runoff is manageable Salt Lake County leaders say

Most of Utah has been concerned about the runoff for the last several weeks but it appears the rest of the snowmelt season will be manageable.
12 months ago
City Creek as it flows through Memory Grove in Salt Lake City....
Jed Boal

None of the four creeks in SLC are expected to reach flood stage

None of the four creeks that drain into the city are forecasted to get anywhere near flood stage before the snow runs out.
12 months ago
Deer Creek Reservoir...
Ladd Egan

Deer Creek, Jordanelle nearing capacity; releasing extra water

Those heading outdoors this holiday weekend will notice that many of Utah’s reservoirs are nearing capacity.
12 months ago
Big Cottonwood Creek...
Jed Boal

High mountain snow melt fills rivers and creeks as peak runoff nears

The high-elevation snowpack in Utah is melting quickly. The low-elevation and mid-elevation snow has already melted and run off into creeks and rivers.
12 months ago
Washed out road...
Mike Anderson

Flood warning for Logan River through Friday morning

A flood warning was issued for the Logan River on Tuesday and it's expected to last through late Friday morning.
12 months ago
Orton Park overflowed with water...
Andrew Adams

North Ogden’s Orton Park overflows, neighbors show up with paddle boards, pets

Orton Park was overflowing Friday as city leaders said the detention basin was functioning properly and neighbors arrived with paddle boards, pets, and kayaks to take advantage of the unique conditions.
1 year ago
Causey Reservoir spillway...
Mike Anderson

Problematic Causey Reservoir water release to continue for weeks

The Causey Reservoir has been an impressive sight as it spills over. At the same time, it’s the reason behind flooding along the south fork of the Ogden River.
1 year ago

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