SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4) — With a historic low snowpack, Utah is bracing for a tough water year. As 94% of the beehive state is in a drought, officials and nonprofits are urging Utahns to save every drop possible.
County and city officials are implementing various policies and bringing in changes to ensure water is conserved as much as possible.
Weber Basin Conservancy District
On March 26, the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District announced that there will be a 20% water allocation reduction. The district said that saving water before the summer heat is important.
“By delaying watering, reducing frequency, and monitoring use, you can save water for the extreme heat of July and August.” Additionally, it helps prevent exceeding allocation, a service lockout, and extra fees…