Washington County Water Conservancy District

Utah enjoyed record-breaking snow this winter and spring. As that moisture flows downstream, this historically wet season is bringing some relief to typically dry southern Utah.

Utah has allocated $3 million of ongoing funds to encourage people to rip out their grass for water-wise alternatives.

Home builders and developers want assurance early on that there’s enough water to continue building in fast-growing Washington County.

Groups in Iron County and Washington County claim there’s unallocated water in underground aquifers, and they’re asking the state for those rights.

The increase applies to municipalities in the county and secondary water users.

Utah’s water supply is dwindling as the region faces a historic megadrought. Washington County leaders are passing conservation ordinances to extend it.

Rather than drinking water, Washington County officials use secondary or untreated water for outdoor irrigation.

The latest Utah news for Wednesday evening, April 27, 2022.

The latest Utah news for Wednesday morning, April 27, 2022

The conservancy district said they need to explore additional sources of water, as the population in Washington County rapidly grows.

Sand Hollow and Quail Creek reservoirs are recreation hotspots in southern Utah. They’re also not likely to reach capacity this year.