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El Niño could bring a significant increase in Lake Powell reservoir levels. But how the precipitation falls will determine whether it’s a benefit or a challenge to manage. “We’re saying, bring it on,” said Judy Franz, director of the Page Chamber of Commerce.
El Niño could bring a significant increase in Lake Powell reservoir levels. But how the precipitation falls will determine whether it’s a benefit or a challenge to manage.
The Glen Canyon Institute calls the recent rise in Lake Powell’s water level an “opportunity” to consider bolder, larger solutions to stabilize the water supply and dam operations. Recent storms raised the reservoir’s level by more than 20 feet, adding about 1.2 million acre-feet of water, according to Utah State University.
Researchers believe the recent rise in Lake Powell’s water levels will delay emergency actions and conservation efforts needed by Upper Basin states, but it will not bring long-term stabilization. Recent storms have raised Lake Powell’s water levels by more than 20 feet, adding 1.2 million acre-feet of water, according to Utah State University’s Center for Colorado River Studies.
(Big Water, UT) — Recent floods have been terrible for many towns in the Four Corners region, but fantastic for reservoirs. In recent days, Lake Powell has risen 20 feet. Last winter’s lack of snowfall and rain is being replaced by a supercharged El Nino system.
This photo provided by the National Park Service shows the Stateline Auxiliary Launch ramp floating on Lake Powell in the Glen Canyon National Recreational Area, Nov. 4, 2026, near Page, Ariz. Recent flooding across the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to thirsty reservoirs that had fallen to record lows amid a years-long megadrought.
Record rainfall in the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to the region's depleted reservoirs. Storms in October and November sent torrents of water through normally dry creeks and into reservoirs and rivers.
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The South Jordan City Council is scheduled to hold a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, to discuss various municipal items including a franchise agreement and a public hearing regarding the city municipal code.
A November 13 notice announced the cancellation of a South Jordan City Council study meeting that was scheduled for November 17, 2026. The next study meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2026.
The Uintah School Board held a series of meetings on Wednesday, Nov. 11, including a work session, a business meeting, and an annual Impact Aid meeting. The board also recognized several students as November Students of the Month.
Murray High School will host parent-teacher conferences and a registration fair on November 19.
As midterms come to a close and the Utah legislative session approaches, Utah organizations are working to engage the public in their political work. There are multiple Utah organizations throughout the state that participate in political organizing, education and different forms of lobbying before, during and after elections.