Water Conservation

A coalition of chambers of commerce, including four from Utah, sent a letter to congress asking the federal government to send new money for water-saving work.

The Hualapai Tribe said hyperscale data centers threaten its sacred water, lands, environment, and way of life. Some of its neighbors are similarly worried about development.

In other news, Ogden residents can now participate in Weber Basin's waterwise lawn program. And, unusually loud U.S. Army detonations in Tooele County on Monday shook residents' homes.

After years of disagreement between states, the federal government stepped in last month with a plan. Nevada is already suing, and more litigation could follow.

A federal plan for the Colorado River means big water cuts for Arizona, with the Phoenix and Tucson areas hit hard. City leaders say they can keep taps flowing, but solutions will be expensive.

In other news, Washington County cities can add more savings to the waterwise landscaping program. And, Salt Lake County is addressing mail-in voters' concerns ahead of November's elections.

A New Mexico lawmaker wants an inquiry into the site's long-term usage, saying it could consume enough water to supply 30,000 homes. The project has already been put on hold after criticisms.

Delays on Monday could be up to an hour on I-15. In other news, Hyrum lifted months-long water restrictions on Friday. And, a new TSA program is allowing more people through security without a ticket.

Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, and Wyoming are not subject to mandatory reductions under the new Colorado River rules. Instead, those states are setting up programs to voluntarily conserve water.

Under new regulations finalized last week, Nevada's share will be cut by over 70%. California and Arizona also face mandatory cuts that Upper Basin states like Utah avoided.