As the demand for water increases heading into the hotter months—and with the state’s subpar snowpack, which feeds reservoirs— continued water conservation will remain a top priority for the state. State agencies will continue to monitor conditions and assist communities where needed. While reservoir storage remains generally healthy statewide, the impact of a poor water year, particularly in the southern regions, is becoming apparent. The southern part of the state continues to experience below-normal stream flows. The Virgin River has been flowing much below normal since January. The Sevier River reached an all-time low flow in May. Due to low...

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