Current Issues

11/14/2024

The purpose of the meeting is to present the results of a recently published groundwater hydrology study performed by the Utah Geological Survey and to present updates to the groundwater appropriation policies in the valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

11/13/2024

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the development of a groundwater management plan for Pahvant Valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

10/24/2024

In accordance with Chapter 73-3-33, Utah Code Annotated, the State Engineer has been directed to "regulate the measurement, appropriation, apportionment, and distribution of water within the Great Salt Lake meander line" through the creation and adoption of a Distribution Management Plan for the Great Salt Lake

10/15/2024

A groundwater management plan for the Parowan Valley has been adopted. The plan has been posted and is viewable online along with other related materials.

09/27/2024

The Utah Division of Water Rights and Utah State University have completed an in-depth examination of the division's current data and IT infrastructure, software systems and processes. The "Hydroinformatics and Technology Gap Analysis" aimed to identify the disparities between existing capabilities and the organizational goals, industry standards, and improvements needed as identified by DWRi personnel. The finalized report has been published to Hydroshare and can be accessed via the following URL: https://www.hydroshare.org/resource/9d02ff3c946249fe9cbc39b2a16c829e/. As a follow-on to the gap analysis, USU has also prepared a "Technology Modernization Roadmap" for the division which lays out a sequenced plan for software development and other activities that will help the division modernize and advance our data collection and management infrastructure. The finalized roadmap has been published to Hydroshare and can be accessed via the following URL: https://www.hydroshare.org/resource/6bb192887d474555a75f1df86e9a9f66/.

09/18/2024

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Francis-Woodland Subdivision (55-14) and the Upper Provo River Subdivision (55-15) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the List of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to a public meeting. Representatives from the Division of Water Rights will be available during this time to review the adjudication process, discuss the list of unclaimed rights within the area, and answer questions.

08/15/2024

The Utah Division of Water Rights and Utah State University has completed a year-long analysis of the Great Salt Lake basin to identify stream gaging and diversion measurement infrastructure gaps. The "Measurement Infrastructure Gap Analysis in Utah’s Great Salt Lake Basin" provides a comprehensive inventory and analysis of existing diversion and stream measurement infrastructure along 19 primary river systems within the GSL watershed, as well as a preliminary investigation of measurement infrastructure gaps immediately around the Great Salt Lake. The finalized GSL Basin Measurement Infrastructure Gap Analysis and all corresponding data has been published to Hydroshare and can be accessed via the following URL: https://www.hydroshare.org/resource/8bf055dbe78b46d184cc7a4bb53931c7/. A stakeholder meeting will be held on August 15, 2024 at 1:00 pm MDT. Interested parties may participate in the stakeholder meeting virtually via Zoom.

08/08/2024

A groundwater management plan for Parowan Valley has been proposed for adoption. The groundwater management plan will be adopted 60 days from the date of notice. Follow the link for additional information.

06/27/2024

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Seventh Judicial District Court (Civil No. 810704477), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Eastland Subdivision, San Juan River Division of the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication.

06/11/2024

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Seventh Judicial District Court (Civil No. 810704477), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Southeastern Colorado River, San Juan River Division, Navajo Nation Subdivision.

02/13/2024

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729840), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Little Cottonwood Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

01/10/2024

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729835), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Big Cottonwood Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

09/21/2023

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729839), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Fort Union Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

09/19/2023

In accordance with Utah Administrative Rule R655-15-5(4)(b) the Utah State Engineer will be conducting a public meeting to discuss modification of the existing Brush Creek distribution system to transfer from Court administration to administration by the State Engineer's Office. You are invited to participate by attending this public meeting in person or online. This meeting will be held at the Vernal City Community Room in Vernal, Utah.

09/05/2023

The State Engineer is not the official office of record of title for water rights. However, once a water right holder updates title with the appropriate county recorder's office, said holder must also update title with the State Engineer, aka the Division of Water Rights. A water right holder updates title with the Division of Water Rights via a Report of Conveyance, which has an associated fee. In an effort to represent the true cost to process certain documents the State Engineer is proposing to increase the fees collected for the submission of a Reports of Conveyance.

08/15/2023

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Jordanelle Subdivision (55-13) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the List of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to a public meeting. Representatives from the Division of Water Rights will be available during this time to review the adjudication process, discuss the list of unclaimed rights within the area, and answer questions.

06/13/2023

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Navajo Nation Subdivision (09-1) in the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). . In light of the publication of the List of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to public meetings in Aneth and Monument Valley. Representatives from the Division of Water Rights will be available during this time to review the adjudication process, discuss the list of unclaimed rights within the area, and answer questions.

04/24/2023

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposed update to the appropriation and groundwater policies for the Bountiful Sub-area of the East Shore Area of the Great Salt Lake, which is in southern Davis County, including Centerville and areas south of Centerville. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

03/21/2023

Division of Water Rights staff members recently presented at the Utah Water Users Workshop and other conferences. Presentation slides are available at this link.

03/08/2023

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposed update to the appropriation and groundwater policies for the Weber Delta Sub-area of the East Shore Area of the Great Salt Lake, Weber and Davis Counties. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

03/07/2023

The purpose of these sessions is to help address any unanswered questions or concerns of the local community concerning the adjudication efforts in the area after an unanticipated magnitude of public interest at our initial public meeting. February 23 - 3 PM-7 PM, February 28 - 10 AM-2 PM, March 7 - 3 PM-7 PM. All of these meetings are taking place at the Francis Town Center located at 2317 South Spring Hollow Road, Francis UT 84036.

02/22/2023

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposed update to the appropriation policy in the Bear River Basin area of Cache County. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

02/07/2023

The water users of the Utah Lake and Jordan River Distribution System are seeking applicants for the position of Water Commissioner. The Utah Lake and Jordan River Distribution System Committee selects the successful candidate who is then appointed to a four-year term by the Utah State Engineer. Applications must be received no later than February 17. See PDF document:

02/06/2023

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposed update to the appropriation policy in the Bear River Basin area of Box Elder County. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

01/26/2023

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729853 and 365729854), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Francis-Woodland and Upper Provo River Subdivisions, Provo River Division of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Wasatch and Summit Counties.

01/24/2023

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729843), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Draper Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

01/24/2023

The purpose of the meeting is to present the results of a recently published groundwater hydrology study performed by the Utah Geological Survey and to discuss the groundwater appropriation policies and groundwater management plan in the valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

01/09/2023

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the development of a groundwater management plan for Parowan Valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

12/12/2022

The purpose of the meeting is to present the results of a recently published groundwater hydrology study performed by the Utah Geological Survey and to present updates to the groundwater appropriation policies in the valley. The development of a groundwater management plan will also be discussed. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

11/29/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729837), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the East Murray Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

11/03/2022

On November 3, 2022, Governor Spencer Cox issued a proclamation suspending new appropriations of surplus and unappropriated waters in the Great Salt Lake Basin pursuant to Utah Code 73-6-1.

08/16/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729841), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Dimple Dell Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

07/21/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729842), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Willow Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

06/23/2022

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Lake Creek Subdivision (Area 55, Book 12) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to an all-electronic public meeting.

05/05/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Seventh Judicial District Court (Civil No. 810704477), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Moab South Subdivision, Moab Division, of the Southeastern Colorado River drainage in Grand and San Juan Counties.

04/21/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729852), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Jordanelle Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

04/05/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729838), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Sandy/Midvale Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

03/30/2022

The State Engineer will be holding a total of four public meetings to meet with water users and discuss the adjudication process. The same materials will be presented at each meeting. Interested parties need not attend all four. In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Seventh Judicial District Court (Civil No. 810704477), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Navajo Nation Subdivision, San Juan River Division of the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication.

03/18/2022

A new USGS web application for Utah groundwater conditions is now available. This web application takes the place of the Groundwater Conditions Report series that has been published annually.

03/15/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729831), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Parleys Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

02/01/2022

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729834), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the West Big Cottonwood Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

01/11/2022

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the development of a groundwater management plan for Parowan Valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

12/16/2021

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729833), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Holladay Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

12/02/2021

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Daniels Creek Subdivision (Area 55, Book 11) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to an all-electronic public meeting.

10/27/2021

Job Opening: Weber & Ogden Rivers Distribution System Water Commissioner

10/26/2021

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Seventh Judicial District Court (Civil No. 810704477), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Moab North Subdivision, Moab Division, of the Southeastern Colorado River drainage in Grand County.

08/17/2021

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729828), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Liberty Park Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

07/29/2021

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Lake Creek Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

06/08/2021

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729832), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Mill Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

05/21/2021

The advent of light commercial drones is creating and changing many industries. Utah Division of Water Rights Dam Safety section acquired a drone, licensed two employees as drone pilots, and is integrating drone technology into their program to evaluate, inspect, and monitor dams in the state. Drone implementation not only improves state oversight of dams, but increases staff’s safety while onsite. Learn More >>

05/18/2021

One current staff member and some previous employees received awards from the Utah Water Users Associations for distinguished service to the State of Utah. 1) Will Atkin - Distinguished Service Award - 2021 2) Boyd Clayton - Life Service Award - 2021 3) Robert Leake - 2021 4) Kent Jones - Life Service Award - 2020 5) - Mike Styler - Water Statesman Award - 2020

04/22/2021

The pandemic did not curtail the need to access and use fresh groundwater or hinder the well drilling industry in Utah. During 2020, 573 new water wells were drilled, which is 112 more than 2019 and an increase of about 25%. It appears that 2021 is following the same increasing trend inasmuch as water wells are up more than 40 percent from last year in this first quarter. Economy-driven types of non-production wells regulated by the Division of Water Rights such as closed-loop groundsource heat pump wells, dewatering wells, and cathodic protection wells are also on the increase. Many licensed well drillers report that they have never been busier with backlogged work from weeks to months out. The increase in well drilling activity is likely attributed to a stable state economy, ongoing drought conditions, and a mild winter. The statement by Benjamin Franklin “When the well is dry, we know the worth of water” still rings true. Learn More >>

04/01/2021

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Midway Subdivision (Area 55, Book 10) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to an all-electronic public meeting.

02/10/2021

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Daniels Creek Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

01/26/2021

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729823), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the West Murray Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

01/11/2021

A groundwater management plan for the Cedar City Valley has been adopted. The plan has been posted and is viewable online along with other related materials.

01/06/2021

An interactive map of culinary water service areas is now available on our website.

12/17/2020

The purpose of the meeting is to review Utah Geological Survey's (UGS) Special Study 165 "Characterization of the Groundwater System in Ogden Valley, Weber County, Utah, with Emphasis on Groundwater–Surface-Water Interaction and the Groundwater Budget" and discuss current water right appropriation policy.

12/15/2020

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729823), the State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Red Butte Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

11/05/2020

In accordance with Utah Code §73-5-1 the Utah State Engineer will be conducting a public meeting to discuss setting up a distribution system and appointing a water commissioner for Hobble Creek and its tributaries. You are invited to participate by attending this public meeting in-person or online.

11/04/2020

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss current water right appropriation policy; review the United States Geologic Survey, Scientific Investigations Report 2019-5062 - Evaluation of Groundwater Resources in the Spanish Valley Watershed, Grand and San Juan Counties, Utah - and present an update on the general water rights adjudication. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties. This meeting has been changed to online only.

11/03/2020

A groundwater management plan for Cedar City Valley has been proposed for adoption. The groundwater management plan will be adopted 60 days from the date of notice. Follow the link for additional information.

09/02/2020

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the American Fork South Subdivision (Area 55, Book 5), the Provo City South Subdivision (Area 55 Book 6), the Provo City North Subdivision (Area 55 Book 7), and the Provo Canyon Subdivision (55-9) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to all-electronic public meeting.

06/22/2020

A new change application tracker tool is now available. The list displays all unapproved change applications and estimates how far along each application is in the review process.

06/13/2020

Eric Jones was selected and accepted the position as the Regional Engineer over Weber River/Western Region

05/11/2020

Jim Reese was selected and accepted the position of Assistant State Engineer for Technical Services

05/02/2020

Michael Drake was selected and accepted the position as the Assistant State Engineer for Adjudication

04/20/2020

The Division will no longer be advertising applications in The Morgan County News, because they have suspended publication. Any applications previously advertised in The Morgan County News will now be advertised in the Standard Examiner.

04/09/2020

Blake Bingham was reassigned as the Assistant State Engineer for Applications & Records

04/06/2020

James Greer was selected and accepted the position of Deputy State Engineer

03/23/2020

Extension Request now may be filed and paid for online on the Division's website. This option is available at this link: waterrights.utah.gov/hpp/extensionform.asp

02/28/2020

Governor Gary R. Herbert has appointed, and the State Senate has confirmed Teresa Wilhelmsen, P.E., as State Engineer and Director of the Utah Division of Water Rights.

01/14/2020

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729849), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Midway Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

12/09/2019

The State Engineer held a public meeting on October 15, 2019 in Cedar City to discuss a groundwater management plan and policy update for Cedar City Valley in Iron County. At the public meeting the State Engineer gave water users 30 days to provide written comments on the information provided at the meeting. Notice is hereby given that the deadline for receiving written comments related to the information presented at the October 15, 2019 public meeting has been extended to February 28, 2020.

12/03/2019

The purpose for the meeting is to discuss developing a management plan for the Jordan River.

11/16/2019

Kent L. Jones, the current state engineer and director of the Utah Division of Water Rights, has announced that he will retire from public service Nov. 16.

11/06/2019

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Moab South Subdivision (Area 05, Book 5) in the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5). In light of the publication of the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record, the public is invited to a Public Meeting.

10/16/2019

An Affidavit of Beneficial Use Wizard is now available for the public to use. This wizard helps applicants prepare an Affidavit of beneficial form and map. The wizard is available here: https://maps.waterrights.utah.gov/forms/Wizard/affidavit-of-beneficial-use.asp

10/15/2019

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss a groundwater management plan and policy update for Cedar City Valley in Iron County.

10/02/2019

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729847), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Provo Canyon Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

09/26/2019

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss water right policy in Snake Valley. Representatives from the Division of Water Rights will be available to answer questions and receive comments input from the public on prospective appropriation policy and management in the basin.

09/09/2019

A groundwater management plan for Snyderville/Park City Basin has been adopted. Follow the link for additional information.

08/20/2019

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Third Judicial District Court (Civil No. 365729847), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Provo City North Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

08/08/2019

A motion to appoint R.L. Knuth as Special Master pursuant to Utah Rule of Civil Procedure 53 has been filed in the case entitled IN THE MATTER OF THE GENERAL DETERMINATION OF RIGHTS TO THE USE OF WATER, BOTH SURFACE AND UNDERGROUND, WITHIN THE DRAINAGE AREA OF THE VIRGIN RIVER IN WASHINGTON, IRON, AND KANE COUNTIES IN UTAH. This action is pending in the Fifth Judicial District in and for Washington County, State of Utah, Civil No. 800507596

07/17/2019

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Draper (Area 57, Book 26) and the Lehi (Area 55, Book 4) Subdivisions in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication.

07/16/2019

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Provo City Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

07/02/2019

A groundwater management plan for the Snyderville/Park City Basin has been proposed for adoption. The groundwater management plan will be adopted 60 days from the date of notice. Follow the link for additional information.

06/11/2019

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the American Fork South Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

06/11/2019

The Utah/Goshen Valley Ground-Water Management Plan has been amended, replacing section IV item 5 regarding the administration of change applications proposing to move water rights into a contaminated area near Mapleton.

05/21/2019

The purpose of the meeting is to present a modification to the groundwater management plan for Snyderville/Park City Basin.

05/15/2019

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Big Cottonwood Creek (Area 57, Book 18) and the Little Cottonwood Creek (Area 57, Book 25) Subdivisions in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication.

05/07/2019

The Division of Water Rights will be conducting a course titled "Ownership and Conveyance of Water Rights" in Vernal, Price, and Moab on May 7, 8, and 9 respectively. Title professionals and the general public are welcome to attend. Click the icon for a printable announcement with dates and locations.

04/25/2019

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Moab South Subdivision, Moab Division of the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication.

04/09/2019

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Foothill Village Subdivision

03/06/2019

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Oakland Place Subdivision

03/04/2019

The State Engineer is proposing to amend the Utah/Goshen Valley Ground-Water Management Plan. The proposed amendment modifies section IV item 5 of the current plan, which concerns the criteria for change application approval in the area of groundwater contamination near Mapleton.

02/20/2019

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Dimple Dell Subdivision (Area 57, Book 24) and the Willow Creek Subdivision (57-25) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication.

02/12/2019

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Dry Creek Subdivision

01/09/2019

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Lehi Subdivision, Provo River Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Utah County.

01/08/2019

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Sandy-Midvale Subdivision (Area 57, Book 21) and the Fort Union Subdivision (57-22) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication.

12/28/2018

Select the following link to view the policy on Beaver Dam Analogue (BDA) construction:

12/28/2018

Select the following link to view the policy on the list of those allowed to hold municipal water rights:

12/28/2018

Select the following link to view the policy on domestic duty:

12/28/2018

Select the following link to view the policy on depletion limitations on certificates:

12/28/2018

Select the following link to view the policy on issuing corrected certificates:

12/11/2018

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the development of a groundwater management plan for Parowan Valley.

12/11/2018

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the City Creek Subdivision

11/30/2018

Job Opening: Spanish Fork River Distribution System Water Commissioner

11/14/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Draper Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

11/13/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the West Murray Subdivision (Area 57, Book 19) and the East Murray Subdivision (57-20) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication.

11/08/2018

The purpose of the meeting is to present data and discuss the groundwater appropriations policy for the Rush Valley Basin.

11/07/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for the Moab North Subdivision (Area 05, Book 2) in the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

11/01/2018

We will be hosting a training session on Ownership and Conveyance of Water Rights. The training will be held on Thursday, November 1, 2018 at 1770 Research Parkway (1770 North 500 East), Suite 114, North Logan, UT. The training will begin at 9:00 AM. Please RSVP to Susan Glenn at sueglenn@utah.gov or Dana Dredge at danadredge@utah.gov.

11/01/2018

The existing groundwater management plan for Southern Utah Valley discusses a contamination site near the mouth of Spanish Fork Canyon and defines a restricted area that extends into portions of Mapleton. The purpose of the meeting is to propose a modification to the provisions of the groundwater management plan that stipulate how the State Engineer will act on applications within this restricted area.

10/17/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Little Cottonwood Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

10/16/2018

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Rose Park Subdivision

09/12/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Big Cottonwood Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

08/29/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the Lists of Unclaimed Rights of Record for the Holladay Subdivision (Area 57, Book 16) and the West Big Cottonwood Creek Subdivision (57-17) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

08/15/2018

We will be hosting a training session on Ownership and Conveyance of Water Rights. The training will be held on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at the Department of Natural Resources Building in Salt Lake City (1594 West North Temple) in Room 1040 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please RSVP to Chris York at cyork@utah.gov if you would like to attend or for further information.

08/15/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Willow Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

07/17/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Dimple Dell Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

07/11/2018

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Jordan Park Subdivision

06/20/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Fort Union Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

06/06/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for the Parleys Creek Subdivision (Area 57, Book 14) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

06/06/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for the Mill Creek Subdivision (Area 57, Book 15) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

05/23/2018

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Birdseye Subdivision, Utah County Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

05/16/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Sandy/Midvale Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

05/08/2018

The Division of Water Rights will be holding Proof of Beneficial Use and Certificate training. RSVP to Chris York (cyork@utah.gov) if you would like to attend or have further questions. Training will be held May 8 from 9 AM to Noon in Room 1040 at the Department of Natural Resources, 1594 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City.

04/18/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Moab North Subdivision, Moab Division of the Southeastern Colorado River General Adjudication.

04/17/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the East Murray Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

04/03/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights in the Oakland Place Subdivision (Area 57, Book 12) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

04/03/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights in the Foothill Village Subdivision (Area 57, Book 13) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

03/14/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the West Murray Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

03/06/2018

The purpose of the meeting is to allow Grand Water and Sewer Service Agency, acting as agent for Grand County Water Conservancy District, to present the results of its monitoring plan.

03/01/2018

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposed update to the interim exchange policy for the Garff Ranch area, located approximately 2.5 miles west of Kamas City.

02/21/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the West Big Cottonwood Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

02/07/2018

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the West Mill Creek Subdivision

01/24/2018

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Holladay Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

01/10/2018

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposed update to the interim groundwater appropriation policy for the Malad and Bear River Drainages within Box Elder County. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to answer all questions and receive comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

01/10/2018

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for both the Dry Creek (Area 57, Book 10) and Liberty Park (Area 57, Book 11) subdivisions in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

11/29/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Mill Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

11/16/2017

The Division of Water Rights will be hosting a training session on Understanding Supplemental Water Rights and Database Water Use Groups. The training will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at the Department of Natural Resources Building in Salt Lake City (1594 West North Temple) in Room 1040 from 9:00 am to Noon. Please RSVP to Teresa Wilhelmsen at teresawilhelmsen@utah.gov if you would like to attend or for further information.

10/18/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Parleys Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

10/04/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Foothill Village Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

09/13/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Oakland Place Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

09/06/2017

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for the City Creek Subdivision (Area 57, Book 9) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

08/30/2017

The Division of Water Rights will be hosting a training session on ownership and conveyance of water rights. The training will be held on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at the Department of Natural Resources Building in Salt Lake City (1594 West North Temple) in Room 1040 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please RSVP to Chris York at cyork@utah.gov if you would like to attend or for further information.

08/29/2017

The State Engineer has completed a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Nibley Park Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

08/02/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Liberty Park Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

06/13/2017

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for the Jordan Park Subdivision (Area 57, Book 8) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

05/24/2017

We will be hosting a training session for Engineers and Surveyors on how to prepare a Proof of Beneficial Use. The training will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Department of Natural Resources Building in Salt Lake City (1594 West North Temple Street) in Room 1040 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Please RSVP to Chris York at cyork@utah.gov if you would like to attend or for any other information.

05/16/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Dry Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

05/03/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Harmony Park East Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

04/28/2017

Third Judicial District Court - One of the primary purposes of the status conference will be to discuss the recommendations of the Objectors' Advisory Committee as set forth in the Second Report of the Objectors' Advisory Committee filed in the main case on April 10, 2017.

04/19/2017

The State Engineer has prepared the List of Unclaimed Rights for the Jordan Park Subdivision (Area 57, Book 7) in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication (pursuant to Utah Code § 73-4-9.5).

03/15/2017

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the City Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

12/08/2016

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the development of a groundwater management plan for Cedar Valley in Iron County. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

11/30/2016

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Rose Park Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

10/18/2016

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Jordan Park Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

07/12/2016

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the West Mill Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

06/30/2016

Notice of a Public Meeting concerning Water Rights from Farm Creek to be held in Vernal, UT.

06/28/2016

R,L. Knuth was appointed to serve as a Master in the Utah Lake and Jordan River General Adjudication

04/19/2016

Notice of Proposed Rule modification for Reports of Water Rights Conveyance. The Proposed Rule is available in PDF or HTML format. Comments may be submitted in writing to the Division until May 2nd and the Rule may become effective on May 9th.

01/12/2016

The State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Nibley Park Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division, of the Utah Lake and Jordan River drainage in Salt Lake County.

01/07/2016

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the process for developing a groundwater management plan for Cedar Valley in Iron County. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

12/07/2015

The following action has been filed: IN THE MATTER OF THE GENERAL DETERMINATION OF RIGHTS TO THE USE OF WATER, BOTH SURFACE AND UNDERGROUND, WITHIN THE DRAINAGE AREA OF THE UTAH LAKE AND JORDAN RIVER IN UTAH, SALT LAKE, DAVIS, SUMMIT, WASATCH, SANPETE, AND JUAB COUNTIES IN UTAH. This action is pending in the Third Judicial District Court in Salt Lake County, State of Utah. Civil No. 360057298. The Division of Water Rights will begin the survey of the water source and the ditches, canals, wells, tunnels, or other works diverting water within the Nibley Park Subdivision of the Salt Lake County East Division, Area 57, Book 5. Generally, the Nibley Park Subdivision extends from 2700 South to 3300 South between Main Street and 700 East in Salt Lake County. For more information please contact the Utah Division of Water Rights at 801-538-7240.

10/15/2015

A public meeting concerning the adoption of a Protection Zone around Arches National Park as policy for Water Right Area 01 will be held on October 15, 2015, 4:00 PM at the Moab City Center, 217 E Center St, Moab, UT

09/16/2015

A public meeting concerning the Proposed Determination of Water Rights within the Harmony Park East Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division of Utah Lake / Jordan River Drainage; (Area 57, book 4) will be held on September 16, 2015, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Granite Connection High School Auditorium, 501 East 3900 South Salt Lake City, UT 84107

08/13/2015

55-262: Provo River Water Users Association and US Bureau of Reclamation request a review and adoption of a new method for determining the amount of the Provo River Project’s contribution of import water to the Utah Lake Provo River System which they intend to recapture through this appropriation of water in exchange for return flow credits. A full copy of the technical proposal is available at the following web link: http://waterrights.utah.gov/ReturnFlow/

07/13/2015

A motion to appoint a master pursuant to Utah Rule of Civil Procedure 53 has been filed: IN THE MATTER OF THE GENERAL DETERMINATION OF RIGHTS TO THE USE OF WATER, BOTH SURFACE AND UNDERGROUND, WITHIN THE DRAINAGE AREA OF THE UTAH LAKE AND JORDAN RIVER IN UTAH, SALT LAKE, DAVIS, SUMMIT, WASATCH, SANPETE, AND JUAB COUNTIES IN UTAH. This action is pending in the Third Judicial District in and for Salt Lake County, State of Utah, Civil No. 360057298.

02/04/2015

A public meeting concerning the Proposed Determination of Water Rights within the Red Butte Creek Subdivision, Salt Lake County East Division of Utah Lake / Jordan River drainage; (Area 57, book 3) will be held on February 4, 2015, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Department of Natural Resources Building at 1594 W. North Temple, Room 1060 Salt Lake City, UT 84116

02/04/2015

We will be hosting a training session for Engineers and Surveyors on how to prepare a Proof of Beneficial Use. The training will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at the Sevier County Administration Building Auditorium at 250 North Main Street, Richfield, UT.

12/02/2014

The meeting is to discuss groundwater appropriation policies in Goshen Valley located in southwestern Utah County (part of Water Right Area 53) and to present a proposal for a hydrogeologic study of the area. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

12/02/2014

We will be hosting a training for Engineers and Surveyors on how to prepare a Proof of Beneficial Use. The training will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014 at the Iron County Visitors Center at 581 North Main Street Cedar City, UT

11/18/2014

A public meeting concerning the Proposed Determination of Water Rights within the Taylor Flat subdivision of the Southeastern Colorado River drainage will be held on November 18th from 3:30 to 4:30 at the Moab City Center at 217 East Center Street Moab, Utah 84532

07/15/2014

A public meeting concerning a priority call on the Virgin River will be held on July 15, 2014, 6:00 p.m. at the Washington County Water Conservancy District Offices on 533 Waterworks Drive St. George, UT

07/01/2014

A public meeting concerning the Proposed Determination of Water Rights within the Ash Creek Division of the Virgin River drainage will be held on July 1, 2014, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Hurricane Valley Library 36 South 300 West Hurricane, UT

05/13/2014

A public meeting concerning the Proposed Determination of Water Rights within the Orem Subdivision, Provo River Division Of Utah Lake / Jordan River Drainage will be held on May 13, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Central Utah Water Conservancy District at 355 W. University Parkway Orem, UT 84058

04/16/2014

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the process for developing a groundwater management plan for Moab / Spanish Valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

04/10/2014

The Utah Division of Water Rights and the Rural Water Association of Utah will be conducting a new certification program, tailored for water professionals, focused on the intricacies of Utah’s water right’s laws and regulations.

04/08/2014

A groundwater management plan for Cedar Valley and Northern Utah Valley has been adopted. Follow the link for additional information.

04/01/2014

The State Engineer has updated the groundwater appropriation policies for Pine Valley (Water Right Area 14), Wah Wah Valley, and the Sevier Lake Area (Water Right Area 69).

02/04/2014

The purpose of the meeting is to present a summary of a hydrogeologic study currently being completed by the USGS and to present an update to the groundwater appropriation polices for Pine Valley (WR Area 14), Wah Wah Valley, and the Sevier Lake area (WR Area 69). Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

01/28/2014

A groundwater management plan for Cedar Valley and Northern Utah Valley has been proposed for adoption. The groundwater management plan will be adopted 60 days from the date of notice. Follow the link for additional information.

01/15/2014

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposal to modify the groundwater management plans for Cedar Valley and Northern Utah Valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

11/12/2013

Proof of Beneficial Use of Water Training For Licensed Engineers and Surveyors. Click the following link to register:

10/29/2013

Public Meerting regarding the Utah State Engineer’s operation of a December 20, 1938 power contract between the United States, Provo River Water Users’ Association, Weber River Water Users’ Association, Utah Power & Light Company and Utah Light and Traction Company

07/10/2013

A draft of a proposed groundwater management plan for Cedar Valley and Northern Utah Valley is available for public comment until August 9, 2013

07/09/2013

The purpose of the meeting is to present a proposal to modify the groundwater management plans for Cedar Valley and Northern Utah Valley. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights will be available to take all questions and comments provided by the general public and interested parties.

06/25/2013

To meet our growing water needs, Governor Herbert is seeking innovative solutions from the public that don’t break the bank or dry up our streams - ideas that are a win-win for all Utahns.

04/02/2013

A public meeting to present a summary of a hydrogeologic study of the Parowan Valley to be completed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and to discuss the water right policies in the area.

03/07/2013

A public meeting to present a summary of a hydrogeologic study of the Cedar Valley completed by the Utah Geological Survey (UGS) and to discuss the water right policies in the area.

12/21/2012

A groundwater manamegment plan was adopted for the Beryl Enterprise area on December 21, 2012. The objectives of this groundwater management plan are to limit the groundwater withdrawals to safe yield, protect the physical integrity of the aquifer, and protect water quality.

10/04/2012

A public meeting to discuss a groundwater management plan for the Beryl/Enterprise area was held on October 4, 2012, 7:00 p.m. at the Enterprise High School Auditorium, 565 South 200 East Enterprise

07/31/2012

A public meeting concerning the Proposed Determination of Water Rights within the Harmony Park Subdivision (S36 T1S R1W) in Salt Lake County will be held on July 31, 2012 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Department of Natural Resources Building, 1594 West North Temple, in Salt Lake City

05/29/2012

Representatives of the Division of Water Rights will be working in the Birdseye area to survey existing water use, contact water users, and review the water rights of record. In prepareationof this work, the public is invited to an Open House. Representatives from the Division of Water Rights will be available during this time to discuss the adjudication process, review water rights within the area and answer questions - May 29, 2012, 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm LDS Chapel 17016 S. Hwy 89, Birdsey, UT

05/17/2012

Representatives of the Division of Water Rights have worked in the Taylor Flat Area to survey existing water use, contact water users, and review the water rights of record. In light of this work, the public is invited to an Open House. Representatives from the Division will be available during this time to discuss the adjudication process, review water rights within the area, and answer questions. - May 17, 2012, 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Moab City Center, 217 East Center Street Moab, Utah

04/23/2012

The state engineer held a public meeting 4/23/12 in Brigham City to discuss guidelines for the Division of Water Rights to follow when considering applications in the Malad River and Bear River Drainages in Water Right area 29.

02/28/2012

Green River Nuclear Power Plant Reconsideration Requests are denied. The state engineer has denied two requests for reconsideration of his decisions approving two water right change applications to use water from the Green River for a proposed nuclear power plant.

02/12/2012

Kent Jones, State Engineer released an article about Senate Bill 187, which required that a person who applies for a permanent or temporary change to a water right meet certain qualifications and allows the state engineer, upon receiving a change application, to determine the quantity of water that is currently being beneficially used and limit approval of the change application based on that determination.

01/20/2012

Two water right change applications for a proposed nuclear power plant near Green River, Utah have been approved by Kent Jones, State Engineer with the Utah Division of Water Rights.

10/27/2011

A draft of the groundwater management plan for the Beryl Enterprise Area is available for review. On Wednesday November 9th, 2011 a public will be held at the Enterprise High School auditorium to discuss the draft plan.

07/20/2011

On Wednesday, July 20th, 2011 at 6:00 PM, the Division of Water Rights held a public meeting in the Morgan, Utah. Personnel from the Division of Water Rights, WBWCD, and the UGS presented a summary of the hydrogeologic study (Hydrogeology of Morgan Valley, Morgan County, Utah) completed by the Utah Geological Survey (UGS) and discussed the water right policies in the area. A comment period on the policies discussed is open until August 20, 2011.

10/28/2010

Governor Gary Herbert signs the Reserved Water Right Agreement for Natural Bridges National Monument along with other state and federal officials.

09/30/2010

The Division of Water Rights held a Public Meeting on the Northern Utah County Groundwater Management Plan at Highland City Council Chambers on November 3, 2010. The purpose of this meeting was to present an update on the status of conditions relative to the Northern Utah County Groundwater Management Plan and invite public input on modifications to the plan which may be necessary in light of the current information. The Water Right Priority list highlighted in the meeting is available here.

08/10/2010

Assistant State Engineer John Mann and Title Specialist Randy Tarantino will hold a public training session on Water Right Title, Wednesday August 18, 2010 at 10:30 AM in our Richfield Office, 130 North Main Street.

05/20/2010

The DNR Executive Water Task Force will meet on September 14, 2010 at 1:30 PM in the Department of Natural Resources Room 2010, 1594 West North Temple, Salt Lake City Utah. See link for details

04/07/2010

Rule R655-16 Declaring Beneficial Use in Water Use Groups is enacted. The purpose of this rule is to allow water right holders to determine and declare the amount of beneficial use that each water right contributes to the total beneficial use of a water use group. To accomplish this, a Declaration of Beneficial Use Amounts form may be completed and submitted to the State Engineer. To complete the form, the water right holders must quantify, by agreement, the amount of beneficial use that some/all of the supplemental water rights contribute to the water use group.

01/25/2010

2/8/10 Public Meeting - Declaring Beneficial Use Limits for Supplemental Rights. The meeting will discuss the comments that were received and the additional changes that are proposed for Rule R655-16. Administrative Procedures for Declaring Beneficial Use Limitations for Supplemental Water Rights. 3:00 pm, Monday, February 8, 2010 Department of Natural Resources Room 1040

01/06/2010

The final Proposed Utah/Nevada Snake Valley Ground Water Management Agreement was released to the public January 6, 2010. Also released was a joint Utah/Nevada response to comments on the draft agreement.

12/07/2009

Hearing Scheduled Emery County: Tuesday, January 12, 2010 9:00 AM - in the auditorium of the John Wesley Powell Museum located at 1765 East Main, Green River, Utah. Applications considered; The Kane and Garfield County Water Conservancy Districts

12/06/2009

The Executive Water Rights Task Force Meeting December 7, 2009 1:30 PM, Room 2000 DNR. Items include Canal Safety, Deed Rider Update and Water Banking.

11/29/2009

Utah Water Coalition Meeting Tuesday December 1 2009 @2 PM - Topic: R655-16 Declaring Beneficial Use in Water Use Groups. See Lee Sim or Kaelyn Anfinsen for details.

11/16/2009

A public meeting for the Administrative Rules on Declaring Beneficial Use Limitations for Supplemental Water Rights (R655-16), will be held on Nov. 17, at 10:00am.

11/16/2009

Tooele County: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 11:00 AM in the Goshute Tribal Headquarters located at 195 Tribal Center Road, Ibapah, Utah. Application considered;The Confederate Tribes of the Goshute Reservation

09/30/2009

The Management staff toured the Navajo reservation to discuss water issues and future solutions and settlements. Out hosts were John Leeper and Teresa Showa.

09/29/2009

Executive Water Rights Task Force Meeting September 29, 2009 1-4 PM. See Boyd Clayton for details

09/14/2009

The 2009 Annual Ground Water Conditions Report is now available from the USGS website link included here. This is the 46th in a series of annual reports published cooperatively with the DNR Divisions of Water Rights and Water Resources and the DEQ Division of Water Quality that provide data to enable interested parties to maintain awareness of changing ground water conditions.

08/27/2009

Public Informational meetings will be held in Price, Green River and Moab September 29, and 30 to present and discuss a wide variety of Water Right issues ranging from Colorado river and tributary policy to recent Utah legislation.

08/20/2009

Proposed Water Rights Policy Amendment on the Green River between Flaming Gorge Dam and the Duchesne River. There was a public meeting to solicit comments on this policy, August 20, 2009, 2:00 PM, Western Park Convention Center, 302 East 200 South, Vernal Utah

08/13/2009

After 4 years of study and negotiation, Utah and Nevada have released a draft agreement on the management of the Snake Valley groundwater system. The plan divides an estimated sustainable yield of 132,000 ac-ft evenly between the 2 states in 3 categories; allocated, unallocated and reserved. There is also a monitoring, mitigation and environmental component to the agreement. Public meetings are planned in August in Utah and Nevada. The goal is to protect current rights and allow development.

07/24/2009

James Greer has been moved from his position in Technical Services to lead the revamped Adjudication team. He will replace Teresa Willhelmsen who has taken over the Utah Lake/Jorden River office. Mike Handy and Vance Twitchell will also join James and the current Adjudication staff. Sue Glenn has moved to assist with the Title program, Dana Dredge has joined Technical Services.

07/15/2009

Tamara Keene has been promoted to the Public Inquiry Section in SLC. Tamara started with the Division of Water Rights last October and will now move from Adjudication to Public Inquiry.

07/14/2009

Next meeting of the Executive Water Task Force is scheduled for July 14, 1:00 pm in room 3710 of the Natural Resources Complex.

07/01/2009

Water Right Fees increased due to new legislation, starting July 1, 2009 and new fees have been instituted for Protests and Stream Alterations. Several other small changes in the Water Right process, including Proofs, Livestock Certificates, Segregations and Public Notice, go into effect July 1, 2009. See the new brochures link for more information or contact your local Water Rights office.

06/22/2009

Most State offices, including Water Rights, will remain open for a normal Monday - Thursday schedule for the two holiday weeks in July this year becuse these holidays fall on the weekend. State employees will be asked to stagger their holiday leave to accomadate this schedule and provide office coverage and full service to the public for the July 4th and 24th hiolidays.

06/02/2009

The Salt Lake City Offices of the Division of Water Rights are undergoing renovation and will be displaced until July 1 2009. Currently, work is going on in the north half of the office, and those employees have moved to temporary space in the first floor conference rooms. All services will be maintained but please call before visiting for an appointment and special directions. Thanks

05/27/2009

Randy Tarantino, of the Public Inquiry Section, has accepted the position of Title Specialist in the Applications and Records Section. She begins Monday June 1 2009 with her new assignment and she replaces Vanessa Giby.

05/21/2009

A list of items for future study was developed at the meeting today and will be sent out to attendees to prioritize. The next two meetings were scheduled for June 16, 1:00pm and July 14, 1:00pm. At the next meeting proposals will be presented to modify the adjudication statute, address nonuse in change applications, state engineer bond, dam application review fee, and a different stream alteration permit fee structure.

05/19/2009

Teresa Wilhelmsen has accepted a re-assignment as an Engineering Manager I from Adjudication Manager to Regional Engineer of the Utah Lake/Jordan River Area. She replaces John Mann who was appointed Assistant State Engineer - Applications and Records.

05/14/2009

The first meeting of the Water Issues Task Force is scheduled for May 21, 2009, 1:00 PM, in room 2000 of the natural resources complex.

05/12/2009

As of May 12, 2009, applicants have the option of submitting an Affidavit of Beneficial Use for a small amount of water instead of hiring a professional. Information and examples of how to complete this process can be found on our website at Programs > Water Rights > Proof of Beneficial Use. Also the changes to the Utah Code 73-3-31 (Water Right for watering livestock on public land) mandated an online form to allow electronic submitting of a Livestock water use Certificate application.See Link

04/29/2009

The Salt Lake City Offices of the Division of Water Rights are undergoing renovation and will be displaced until July 1 2009. The south half of the office will be moved to temporary offices on the first floor of the new DNR building in May and the north half will be displaced in June. All services will be maintained but please call before visiting for an appointment and special directions. Thanks

04/27/2009

The Nevada State Engineer has granted a 2 year postponement of the Snake Valley water hearings. This project intends to gather ground water from the Utah - Nevada border valleys and pipe it down to Las Vegas.

04/16/2009

John Mann, PE has been selected to be the new Assistant State Engineer - Applications and Records by State Engineer Kent Jones and his selection committtee. John has worked for the Division of Water Rights for 23 years and has been the Regional Engineer for the Weber and Utah Lake/Jorden River Offices.

04/14/2009

In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated and the Order of the Third Judicial District Court dated October 16, 2007, the Utah State Engineer has released his Proposed Determination and Recommendation of the Rights to the Use of Return Flow from Water Imported from the Uinta Basin to Utah Valley by the Strawberry Valley Project.

04/02/2009

The new version of the Water RIghts Home Web page was released today including fly down menus, a tracking bar, search function, prominent links, FAQ, Current Issues and informational items accessible with just one mouse click. The Division Inner Web page, called the Flow, was also released with a bullitin board, message board and recent history section along with announcements and links that employees use most. The goal is to make our web pages more intuitive and user freindly for our users.

03/23/2009

Most Water Right fees will be increasing, starting July 1, 2009. Also note that new fees will be initiated for filing a Stream Alteration Application and for submitting a Protest on any Water Right Application. These fees will help to offset the processing costs of these applications.

03/10/2009

Utah Water Users Workshop held in Saint George Utah, March 9-11, 2009, at the Dixie Center.

03/03/2009

The Old DNR Building is undergoing a renovation to its HVAC and data systems that will continue for the next few months. The DIvision of Water Rights will be effected directly in April and May. Please excuse our dust.

02/26/2009

"A Recent History of the Division of Water Rights", compiled by intern employee Kevin Arthofer, is released in-house for review. This draft document is an objective summation of the major issues encountered in the Division of Water Rights over the last 8 years. It is available now, in draft form, upon request.

02/17/2009

Two new Water Rights Brochures published: Administering a Utah Water Right & Owning a Utah Water Right. These publications are available on our Web Site Home Page - waterrights.utah.gov. MCL

02/04/2009

Kent L. Jones, P.E., appointment as the nineteenth State Engineer is approved by the Utah State Senate. MCL

01/30/2009

Three-Dimensional Numerical Model of Ground-Water Flow in Northern Utah Valley, Utah County, Utah released by the USGS. A three-dimensional, finite-difference, numerical model was developed to simulate ground-water flow in northern Utah Valley, Utah. The model includes expanded areal boundaries as compared to a previous ground-water flow model of the valley and incorporates more than 20 years of additional hydrologic data. The model was calibrated to steady- and transient-state conditions. MCL

01/29/2009

Hydrology of Northern Utah Valley, Utah County, 1975 - 2005. USGS Co - Op Report released . The ground-water resources of northern Utah Valley, Utah, were assessed during 2003-05 to describe and quantify components of the hydrologic system, determine a hydrologic budget for the basin-fill aquifer, and evaluate changes to the system relative to previous studies. Sources of water to the basin-fill aquifers were estimated to average 153,000 (+/- 31,500) acre-feet annually during 1975-2004 with subsurface inflow and infiltration of streamflow being the predominant sources. Ground-water discharge from the basin-fill aquifers during 1975-2004 was estimated to average 166,700 (+/- 25,900) acre-feet/year where discharge to wells for consumptive use and discharge to waterways, drains, ditches, and springs were the principal sources. Water levels in 110 wells covering all aquifers droped an average of 22 feet and well water age ranged from 2 to 50 years. MCL

01/12/2009

Kent L. Jones, P.E., is appointed as State Engineer by Governor Jon Huntsman, pending Utah Senate approval. MCL

12/15/2008

Jerry D. Olds, P.E. retires as State Engineer after 37 years of State service. Boyd P. Clayton, P.E. is appointed as Interim State Engineer. MCL

12/10/2008

Jerry Olds, PE, State Engineer, approves a Policy change in the 97 drainage to remove restrictions around the Escalante City limits. The policy governing new appropriations in the entire Escalante River, 97-Area will be based on the State Engineer’s Escalante River Policy adopted April 2, 2002. MCL

11/01/2008

Curlew Valley Groundwater Hydrogeologic Framework report released. This is a cooperative study that was conducted by the Utah Geological Survey in cooperation with the Division of Water Rights. The study finds that a substantial increase in ground-water pumping for agriculture over the past 40 years, combined with lower-than-average precipitation during the past 10 years, are the most likely causes of the declining discharge at Locomotive Springs. MCL

08/27/2008

The Division of Water Rights enters into and agreement with Roosevelt City and the Ute Indian tribe to study the surface water effects of pumping existing wells in the Neola area. MCL

07/01/2008

The Division of Water Rights enters into a cooperative agreement with the Division of Water Resources and Dr. Robert Hill of Utah State University to study the Statewide Crop Consumptive Use and Open Water Surface Evaporation for Utah. MCL

06/12/2008

The DIvision of Water Rights enters into a coperative agreement with the Utah Geological Survey on a 3 year study of the hydrogeology of the Rush and Tooele Valley to study groundwater flow and develop a water budget of the area. MCL

05/30/2008

The Executive Water Issues Task Force was authorized by the 2008 Legislature and is meeting regularly to discuss water right issues and provide community input for proposed legislation.

05/09/2008

The Utah Division of Water Rights has scheduled training sessions for professionals who prepare Proofs of Beneficial Use. The training session will be presented in each region to help ensure that anyone interested has the opportunity to attend.

05/01/2008

Aquatic Invasive Species Presentation by Larry Dalton

04/23/2008

Executive Water Task Force Bullets

04/10/2008

Inquiries concerning Hook Canyon Project

04/07/2008

Proof Professionals Survey A survey for professional engineers and land surveyors who prepare Proofs of Beneficial Use.

03/26/2008

The DIvision of Water Rights enters into a coperative agreement with the Utah Geological Survey and the Weber Basin WCD on a 1.5 year study of the hydrogeology of the Morgan Valley to study groundwater flow and develop a water budget of the area. The study is due in late 2010.

02/04/2008

Draft Administrative Procedures for Statement of Sole Supply Forms are drafted and submitted for approval. MCL/BS

10/01/2007

Water Right Issues in Utah CLE Presentation by Jerry Olds

08/20/2007

Administrative rules for Distribution Systems and Water Commissioners (R655-15). Draft Date 07/25/2007

08/01/2007

Revised administrative rules for Geothermal Energy Wells (R655-1) and Administrative Proceedings on Water Rights Commenced Prior to January 1988 (R655-2) have been published for comment in Vol. 2007, No. 15.

07/01/2007

The Division of Water Rights will no longer accept any Report of Water Right Conveyance that propose title update on more than one water right number. A complete Report of Water Right Conveyance, including all supporting documentation, must be submitted for EVERY water right number requiring title update.

06/30/2007

The US Forest Service is taking comment on a proposal to designate river segments in Utah as wild and scenic. Click to view a map of the The Wild & Scenic Rivers Suitability Study.

06/01/2007

Snake Valley - Nevada SNWA project Developments - Southern Nevada Water Authority is pursuing a project to export groundwater from Eastern Nevada to the Las Vegas area. Some of the groundwater basins targeted by the project are connected to Utah groundwater basins. A ground-water study called BARCASS of the area was released June 1, 2007. Utah and Nevada pursuant to Federal legislation are in the process of developing an agreement which divides ground-water resources of the basin between the two states.

04/18/2007

Nonuse of water and other Municipal Water Rights Issues - Jerry Olds, State Engineer made a presentation to the Natural Resources Interim Committee inviting them to investigate issues related to nonuse of water (forfeiture) and other Municipal Water Right issues with the expectation that legislation be developed which would provide the State Engineer additional guidance in these areas.

03/19/2007

The Utah State Engineer has started the process to create a groundwater management plan for the Beryl / Enterprise area. The first public meeting was held soliciting public interacting in the process. Data and notice of any other public meetings will be posted on the Beryl / Enterprise Groundwater Management Plan website.

09/14/2006

The United States Congressional Budget Office has released the report How Federal Policies Affect the Allocation of Water. The Utah Division of Water Rights does not endorse the views set forth in the report. A reference is provided here for public information and to stimulate dialog on the subject.

03/01/2006

During February 2006 the Division modified it’s data structure and presentation of water right uses. Notable in the process is a centeralized ability to group all water rights which share a use and assign a sole supply to each right for the use. This structural change corrects a long standing shortcoming in the automated records system which allowed "rights in common" and now called supplemental rights to be described on each water right independently resulting in redundant data entry and inconsistencies. All of the existing data was processed into the new system. In some cases the processing was unable to detect inconsistencies and has produced redundant conflicting records. The Division is currently reviewing rights with multiple supplemental groups in an effort to correct this issue. For the time being we are providing an alternative view from the old uses listing for comparision. You access the alternative view from the pulldown menu at the top of each water right.