April 29, 2026 Salt Lake City Department of Public Utilities (SLCDPU) officially launched its Lead Service Line Replacement Program on April 29, with the first replacement of a lead water service line on a residential property. This program, which was developed in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s new Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, is […]
March 19, 2026 With snow levels and early spring runoff well below average this year, Mayor Erin Mendenhall announced Salt Lake City will enter a Stage 2 Advisory for drought response today. It is the first time since October 2022 that the City has advised a Stage 2 response. While the current overall water supply […]
2025 Annual Report This year, we continued making key investments to maintain and strengthen our systems that deliver high-quality drinking water to you. We know rate changes affect households, and we’re committed to using every ratepayer dollar responsibly to protect public health and keep your water clean, delicious, and flowing. Public Utilities Director Laura Briefer […]
After holding our virtual town hall meeting and two in-person open houses, the 2025 Water Conservation Plan is moving through City Council for review, discussion, public comment, and eventual adoption. The public hearing will take place on Tuesday, December 2 at 7pm; and Council will consider adopting the plan on Tuesday, December 9. Attached is […]