Salt Lake County Watershed Planning & Restoration

04/22/2025

We’re thrilled to partner with for the 2025 RainHarvest Program. Salt Lake County residents can purchase an American-made, 100% recycled rain barrel for a deeply discounted price of just $57!

SALE ENDS APRIL 30! Order now at https://www.rainwatersolutions.com/products/rainharvest.

There's a limited supply of barrels at the discounted price. When those run out the barrels can be purchased for $85.

Collecting rainwater is an easy and affordable way to conserve water and improve water quality in our streams.

09/07/2023

Don't miss your chance to present at the 17th Annual Salt Lake County Watershed Symposium, November 15-16, 2023. Abstracts due September 22. Visit the event site to register and learn more.

Thinking of presenting at the 2023 Salt Lake County Watershed Symposium in November? Send us your abstract by September 22. Register today!

06/13/2023

Did we dodge a bullet this spring, or what?? Measurable snow is dwindling at high elevation sites, but the melt continues to be very slow due to afternoon storms and cooler temps. We'll likely see elevated flows in Little Cottonwood Creek for quite some time, but we don't expect any massive flood-type flows unless the weather forecast changes. ❄💦🎥 Watch our last scheduled snowpack update for the epic 2023 season at https://youtu.be/K3ikDbFRaaQ.

06/07/2023

When creeks are running above ordinary high water during spring runoff, we use a high-tech miniature boat to measure streamflows safely. Go Tiny Dancer, go!

06/07/2023

When creeks are running above ordinary high water during spring runoff, we use a high-tech miniature boat to measure streamflows safely. Go Tiny Dancer, go!

06/07/2023

More of the same folks! Snowmelt should remain slow, steady, and consistent over the next week, based on the 7-day forecast. Still a lot of snow up high in north facing slopes in Little Cottonwood Canyon. Watch our June 6 Snowpack Update video for more details, https://youtu.be/yd6pBLQtM_4.

Status of the 2023 snowpack for Salt Lake County, Utah, effective June 6, 2023. New videos will be released approximately every two weeks. Presented by Bob T...

05/31/2023

Moderate temps and afternoon thundershowers in the 7-day precip forecast will continue the controlled melt-cycle we've enjoyed so far this spring. Although there is still a significant amount of snow water equivalent (SWE) in north facing higher elevation snowpack in both canyons, we expect predicted flows in both Big and Little Cottonwood Creeks to plateau and slow in the next two weeks.

🎥❄💦Details in the May 30 Snowpack Update on YouTube, https://youtu.be/LdM8v_ZRM10.

05/31/2023

Moderate temps and afternoon thundershowers in our 7-day precip forecast will continue the controlled melt-cycle we've enjoyed so far this spring. Although there is still a significant amount of snow water equivalent (SWE) in north facing higher elevation snowpack in both canyons, we expect predicted flows in both Big and Little Cottonwood Creeks to plateau and slow in the next two weeks. 📣❄💦💦Details in the "May 30 Snowpack Update for Salt Lake County", https://youtu.be/LdM8v_ZRM10.

Status of the 2023 snowpack for Salt Lake County, Utah, effective May 30, 2023. New videos will be released approximately every two weeks. Presented by Bob T...

05/23/2023

Runoff is far from over in the higher elevation watersheds, but the melt cycle has been nice and even so far. We still have lots of snow up high, but our recent moderate temps and clear skies are a best case scenario for snowmelt! 📣❄💦 Details in the "May 23 Snowpack Update for Salt Lake County", https://youtu.be/lFNtDk-RIXg. Stay safe and stay clear of streams running extremely cold and powerful.

Status of the 2023 snowpack for Salt Lake County, Utah, effective May 23, 2023. New videos will be released approximately every two weeks. Presented by Bob T...

05/15/2023

Last night was likely the kickoff for runoff in our high elevation watersheds! 📣📣❄❄Details in the May 15 Snowpack Update Video, https://youtu.be/J_oqOr-GR4U. Big and Little Cottonwood Creeks will be running fast, high, and cold this coming week as it warms up. Stay safe and be

Status of the 2023 snowpack for Salt Lake County, Utah, effective May 15, 2023. New videos will be released approximately every two weeks. Presented by Bob T...

05/02/2023

Watch the May 1 Snowpack Update for Salt Lake County, just released. Overall, the melt is off to a good start with this current warm spell. Stay safe around cold, high, fast flowing streams! https://youtu.be/brmbjkGaL2A. Visit slco.to/runoff for flood prep tips.

Status of the 2023 snowpack for Salt Lake County, Utah. Released May 1, 2023. New videos will be released approximately every two weeks. Presented by Bob Tho...

04/26/2023

Just released, watch the April 26 Snowpack Update for Salt Lake County, prepared by SLCo Flood Control and Watershed Program, https://youtu.be/LuKlEHeP1Q0. Visit slco.to/runoffready for more flood prep resources.

Status of the 2023 snowpack for Salt Lake County, Utah. Released April 26, 2023. New videos will be released approximately every two weeks. Presented by Bob ...