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South Salt Lake Implements Level 2 Water Restrictions

By Utah News Staff · Originally published August 19, 2026 · 1 min read
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South Salt Lake has implemented Level 2 water restrictions. Residents are encouraged to reduce water consumption by 10 percent.

Key takeaways

  • South Salt Lake is under Level 2 water restrictions.
  • Residents are asked to reduce water use by 10 percent.
  • Mayor Cherie Wood and Bill Crim received the 2025 Pioneers of Progress for Education Award.
  • Puncturevine has been identified as a noxious weed in the area.

South Salt Lake is currently under Level 2 water restrictions, according to a notice on the city's website. The city is requesting that residents help reduce water consumption by 10 percent.

In other news from the city, Mayor Cherie Wood and Bill Crim of United Way received the 2025 Pioneers of Progress for Education Award during the Days of 47. Additionally, the city has issued a notice regarding puncturevine, a noxious weed with sharp seed pods that can puncture bike tires and cause injury to feet.

The city's On the Move newsletter for August 2026 provides further updates and city news.

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