Lake Conditions Update Reveals Seasonal Decline in Water Levels

The Great Salt Lake Salinity Advisory Committee convened on June 26, 2025, to discuss current lake conditions and their implications. The meeting began with an update on lake surface elevations, presented by Ryan, who provided data from October 2022 to the present.

Ryan reported that as of June 24, the average daily lake surface elevation for the South Arm, measured at the Saltair gauge, was 4,192.8 feet. This reflects a decrease of approximately 0.8 feet since the seasonal high recorded in April. Similarly, the North Arm's average daily elevation was reported at 4,192.1 feet, also down by 0.8 feet since its peak in May.

The committee noted that in a typical year, lake levels are expected to decrease by about 2 to 2.4 feet during the summer season. This trend will be monitored as the committee anticipates changes in the fall and winter months when lake levels typically stabilize.

The meeting underscored the ongoing challenges related to the Great Salt Lake's water levels, emphasizing the need for continued observation and management strategies as conditions evolve. Further discussions on potential actions and implications for the ecosystem and local communities are expected in future meetings.