Utah is the second driest state in the nation based on average annual precipitation, yet one of the top per capita users of water.
Extreme drought
Drought prompts closure of Utah boat ramps
The same day the popular Halls Crossing boat ramp closed at Lake Powell, state parks have also closed their boat ramps Friday, July 16, due to low water levels.
Drought prompts Cox to declare state of emergency
Snowpack falls far short of average; last declaration made in 2018Following a record dry summer and fall, this winter’s snowpack is about 70% of average.