In October of 2022, the Great Salt Lake fell to a new record low water level not seen in all the years since elevation levels were first recorded from when pioneers settled the valley in 1847. The Utah State Legislature and other stakeholders have responded with significant public investments and policy changes in response to these persistent and dramatic lake declines. The public has also shown unprecedented interest in protecting and preserving the lake.
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Great Salt Lake Commissioner Brian Steed Accepts New Position with USU
May 26, 2026 Contact:Morgan KellerDepartment of Natural Resources(801) 644-5852 | [email protected] Great Salt Lake Commissioner Brian Steed has been named vice president for government and external relations at Utah State University, effective June 1. Brian will continue to serve as commissioner until July 1. As vice president, Brian will continue to provide leadership for the
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2026 Great Salt Lake Data and Insights Summary
Jan. 7, 2026 Contact:Morgan KellerDepartment of Natural Resources(801) 644-5852 | [email protected] A synthesized resource document for the 2026 General Legislative Session In 2025, Utah continued to make progress on the health and long-term future of Great Salt Lake. The lake remains below healthy levels, but conditions have stabilized. A new signed charter of awareness and
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$50 million Great Salt Lake Grant Program Application Deadline Extended
NEWS RELEASEOct. 21, 2025 Contacts:Kim WellsDepartment of Natural Resources(801) 803-0336 | [email protected] Shaela AdamsGreat Salt Lake Watershed Enhancement Trust(801) 809-5805 | [email protected] Karl HuntDivision of Forestry, Fire and State Lands(385) 249-6696 | [email protected] $50 million Great Salt Lake Grant Program Application Deadline Extended SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 21, 2025) — In response to the ongoing