water conservation

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.

The goal? To create the “world’s best economy and quality of life” for all Utahns.

Gov. Cox addressed reporters while recovering from COVID-19. He said his symptoms were mostly mild and he didn’t take any antivirals to treat his infection.

Along with limiting grass in new developments, some cities are eyeing artificial turf.

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

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

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Roughly 99% of Utah is currently in severe drought or worse, and the state's total water storage is less than half of full capacity.

The reservoir recently passed an important threshold, falling below 3,525 feet — the last major milestone before a threat to hydropower generation at Glen Canyon Dam.

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