Here's How Lake Powell Will Receive Relief This Summer
The Bureau of Reclamation has announced emergency measures to safeguard the power-generating capacity of Glen Canyon Dam at Lake Powell.
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Gunlock Reservoir is at full capacity. Really?
Gunlock Reservoir in Southern Utah is defying the trends of a statewide drought by maintaining its water levels at near-full capacity.
The Graveyard Wash Permits Have Been Approved
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved the final permit necessary for the construction of the Graveyard Wash
La Verkin Residents Suffer Water Problems from Damaged 24" Pipe
Many residents in La Verkin are suffering from water issues due to a 24-inch pipe in Toquerville being damaged, starting extensive repairs in the area.
What Would Happen if the Virgin River was Polluted?
What would happen if the Virgin River became polluted? The list of side effects could be disastrous for all life surrounding the water source.
Use a Lot of Water? You're Going To Pay More
The Washington County Water Conservancy District has a message to heavy water users: Be Prepared to Pay More!
Despite recent moisture, WCWCD director Zach Renstrom reminds everyone that we are still in a drought and we still live in a desert...
Splash! Storms were like throwing water in our faces, but every l
Hooray for rain!
That's the rightful message we all sent and received after three weeks of monsoonal moisture here in Southern Utah.
Sure, there was some flooding, and we feel bad for those who had to deal with that. But for the rest of us, the talk of drought and a lack of water for all of us was finally over...
Washington County To Try Finding Underground Water
(St. George, UT) -- Washington County's Water Conservancy District is seeking to find underground water to help with availability. They have submitted an application with the state for water rights and 18 wells to be drilled on the Hurricane fault line
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What’s the latest on water in Washington Co.?
HURRICANE, Utah (ABC4/KDXU) – Water experts say it’s been a unique year with inconsistent snowpack during our state-wide drought.
Last year, Governor Spencer Cox asked residents to save water and according to the Washington County Water Conservancy District General Manager, Zachary Renstrom, they listened.
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How St. George’s water department is keeping up with growth
ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4/ KDXU) – While the Virgin River is Washington County’s primary source of water, St. George city leaders say it also has several wells that supply drinking and culinary water for residents. Now, city leaders are working to secure another permit, to ensure water security as the population is growing.
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