Utah Division of Water Rights

Administering the appropriation and distribution of water in Utah since 1897

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Teresa Wilhelmsen, State Engineer & Division of Water Rights Director discussed Utah’s water rights application process with ABC4’s Inside Utah Politics. Tune in on Sunday to watch.

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Informational and also with soothing background music.
Cedar Valley Aquifer how does it get water video https://t.co/pNf7xcBpNz via @YouTube

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Tim Latimer, CEO of @FervoEnergy, will join us on May 22 at the Operation Gigawatt Summit.

Fervo is advancing next-generation geothermal in central Utah, delivering reliable, firm power and helping lead the way on American energy dominance.

Learn more: https://t.co/NAeSI5ZDrv

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How will a likely historic drought impact Utah’s agriculture industry? Concerns and misconceptions you should know about https://t.co/PuiGo9NF5E

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North Ogden's secondary water is being turned on about a week later than it usually is. To bridge that gap, it seems some residents are taking matters into their own hands and tapping into their culinary water.

https://t.co/88yrHWoRgp

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Great article with an example of what secondary water providers are doing this year to make sure water users properly manage use this year.
"Pineview water systems warns of $500 fine for using too much water" https://t.co/cd7WUVgwVU via @KSLcom

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This year, the Utah Division of Water Rights achieved major milestones through powerful partnerships across the state. Here's to continued collaboration and smart stewardship in 2026.
#Utah #water @UtahDNR

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Congratulations to Utah Division of Water Rights Assistant State Engineer Jim Reese for being recognized by @UtahDNR with its 2025 Leadership Award

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Honored to be a part of this project. Thank you to @Deseret and @Amyjoi16 for sharing it. (Our Assistant State Engineer Matt Call is pictured on the far right.) https://t.co/gjqJvFI74h

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While the Basin States did not finalize an agreement today on post-2026 Colorado River operations, our commitment to a state-led path remains. We will continue to engage with our partners across the Basin to develop a framework that protects water users and the system as a whole.

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Utah Supreme Court rejects Colorado River water pipeline project https://t.co/LrRB2ETtgB

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Congratulations to David Jones, who was named the state of #Utah's October employee of the month. As the engineering manager for technical services, David manages distribution accounting modeling & recently developed tools that have transformed how the #GreatSaltLake is managed.

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The Sevier Bridge Dam at Yuba Reservoir—built in
1916 and vital for irrigation, power, and
recreation—was recognized as the 2025 National
Rehabilitation Project of the Year by the Association of
State Dam Safety Officials.

@UtahDNR @utahwaterres
#damsafety #utah #waterrights

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We are looking to hire a senior level geologist/hydrological scientist to work with our groundwater/technical services section. Apply at https://t.co/FFZNV9I55d and search for "hydrological scientist IV"

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This study is an important step forward in understanding how water moves through the Great Salt Lake ecosystem https://t.co/Ui1NNGdaBR

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This is Jim's office. He's the Well & Geothermal Program Manager with @UTWaterRights. We love showcasing our offices & the people who work to protect the state's resources. 😌 Interested in joining the crew https://t.co/5FCJlYdT9m #ThisIsMyUtahOffice

https://t.co/oexjjrznvh

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We're proud of careful work our staff completed for the proposed Great Salt Lake water distribution plan. Read the KSL story here: https://t.co/oLPVaAo4MQ

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@USAndieJ @MJTruthUltra You actually can collect rainwater for your garden.
@usuextension explains it nicely. @SLCPU and @UtahRivers sells barrels. The state requires your to complete a form, but it's simple and online: https://t.co/iFFjyBzTQG

USU even has an online course. https://t.co/1o4ih1eX2d

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Yesterday, July 21, marked the anniversary of Executive Order 343-A, signed in 1905 by President Theodore Roosevelt to protect Native water rights on Utah’s Uintah & Ouray Reservation. This was part of an effort to manage water during westward expansion. #WaterRights #UtahHistory

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🗓️ July 21, 1905: TR signs EO 343-A, protecting Native water rights on the Uintah Reservation in Utah.

A small but vital stand to preserve Indigenous access to land and water amid western expansion.
#OnThisDay #TRPL #NativeRights #WaterJustice

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Recently, Deputy State Engineer Mike Drake graduated from from the state of Utah's rigorous Leadership Certification Program. It took a ton of effort and personal time but adds to our division's ability to provide great work. Thanks to Mike for his dedication.🏆