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Low level of Great Salt Lake in Utah drawing attention of lawmakers
9/22/2016 12:00:00 AM



CATEGORIES:
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Tourism & Recreation
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Box Elder County, UT
Davis County, UT
Salt Lake County, UT
Tooele County, UT
Weber County, UT

Start Date: 9/22/2016 -  
A few dozen Utah lawmakers were visiting Great Salt Lake to observe how years of drought and heat have sapped the lake, nearly emptying a marina on the southern shore and allowing pink bacteria to thrive in its salty waters. The lake was nearing record low levels. In 2015, legislators approved an expense of $1.5 million to dredge the lake, adding an additional 6 to 8 feet and creating a passable channel for boats. The project should commence in early 2017. Elko Daily Free Press (Nev.), Sept. 22, 2016
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