Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities

09/09/2026

If you had to guess which fixture in your home uses the most water, what would you pick? 🚿 The shower? 🧺 The washing machine?

Believe it or not... it's actually the toilet. 🚽 And that means it's also a great opportunity to save water!

This is your last chance to replace an old, water-wasting toilet with a new WaterSense model. Eligible residents can receive up to $150 per toilet, for up to two toilets per property.

Many homes in the Salt Lake area were built before 1994, which means there are still older toilets in service. If yours is one of them, now's the time to make the switch - and get your rebate before the program ends November 1!

Learn more and apply here: https://www.utahwatersavers.com/

09/01/2026

Emigration Creek is looking much better after we fixed up this culvert that was causing unnecessary erosion along the creek banks.

In Salt Lake City, stormwater is not treated. Instead, it’s captured in a network of over 370 miles of pipe which carry it to our local water bodies, ultimately ending at the Great Salt Lake. That’s why projects like these are so important, so we can protect the quality of our stormwater.

08/28/2026

Here’s a surprising stat: Deer Creek Reservoir supplied nearly 60% of our drinking water this year.

In a typical year, that number is closer to 30–40%. But with this year’s low snowpack, we’ve had to lean on Deer Creek more than usual.

It’s a good reminder that reservoirs are like water savings account for the tough years. And just like a savings account, what we save today helps us have more to rely on when we need it most.

With cooler temps and rain in the forecast, now is a great time to adjust your watering schedule and let Mother Nature do some of the work.

We also have water-saving resources to help, including rebates, rain barrels, low-water grass seed, and more.

Every drop we save today helps build a more resilient water supply for tomorrow.

08/14/2026

We're excited to share a big milestone in the construction of our new Water Reclamation Facility (WRF). This project will replace the aging wastewater treatment plant and is one of Salt Lake City's largest infrastructure investments.

This week, Sundt Construction, Inc./PCL Construction handed over the keys to the new WRF's Dewatering building. Our Operations and Maintenance team will begin commissioning the building on September 14th.

This handoff marks an important transition. After years of planning and construction, our team will soon be operating and maintaining this facility for decades to come.

08/12/2026

It's music to our ears 🎶

What goes down a storm drain doesn’t disappear — it flows straight into our rivers 🌊

And during a drought, it’s even more important to keep our stormwater clean, because pollutants are less diluted and can have a greater impact on water quality and local ecosystems.

With some much-needed rain in the forecast, you may come across clogged storm drains. You can report them through mySLC or by calling 801-483-6700, and our stormwater team will come out.

🦸🏽‍♀️Want to help keep storm drains clear? You can help by picking up litter and adopting a storm drain. Learn more at: https://www.slc.gov/utilities/adoptastormdrain/

08/07/2026

kinda chic providing drinking water and serving our community since 1876 💅🏽

08/05/2026

08/04/2026

Odyssey this, Odyssey that... you odyssey the types of pollutants that can flow into our storm drains.

Storm drains help carry water away during heavy rainstorms — but unlike wastewater, stormwater doesn't get treated. Instead, it flows into a series of creeks, canals, or the Jordan River, all of which flow to the Great Salt Lake.

Common pollutants found in urban runoff include bacteria from pet waste (like E. coli), oil and grease, chemicals that leak from vehicles, pesticides and fertilizers, and more.

You can make a difference by:
✅ Picking up after your pets
✅ Throwing trash in the bin (or picking it up if you see it!)
✅ Keeping leaves, grass clippings, and chemicals out of the gutter

If you notice a clogged storm drain, you can report it on mySLC.

07/30/2026

Eee! Cast your vote - who did it best?🗳️👇🏼

Pikas are small lagomorphs (closely related to rabbits 🐰)that live at the tops of mountains where watersheds begin. You’ll likely hear their distinctive squeaks before you see them. Pikas are also the furry face of our Keep It Pure initiative, where we encourage you to join us in keeping the water pure through good stewardship ⛰️

07/22/2026

What a difference a pipe makes! 🌧️

We replaced an old drainage ditch at 700 West with more than 2,000 feet of new underground storm drain pipe.

The result? Better stormwater flow, decreased flooding risk, and a cleaner look for the neighborhood.