South Jordan presents annual water-conservation update; officials tout low unaccounted-for water and grant applications

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Conservation Coordinator Connor Oswald reported progress toward the city's 87 gallons-per-capita-per-day goal, low unmetered water (2.22%), reservoir levels up to 89% locally, and large grant applications to convert turf and save water; council members asked about grant administration and project funding.

Connor Oswald, South Jordan’s conservation coordinator, delivered the department’s annual update and said the city remains on track for its long-term goal of 87 gallons per capita per day (gpcd) by 2030. Oswald said the city’s 2024 unmetered (nonrevenue) water rate was 2.22%, which he called “impressive” compared with typical municipal figures of 10%–20%.

Oswald reviewed supply indicators and conservation measures. He said local reservoir storage—comprised in the state calculation of Jordanelle, Deer Creek and Utah Lake—rose from about 82% to 89% year over year. Snowpack was at approximately 95% of median at the time of his presentation, though he noted low soil moisture could reduce runoff. Oswald emphasized continued adherence to Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District recommendations and ongoing resident outreach.

The presentation listed city conservation actions and…

South Jordan presents annual water-conservation update; officials tout low unaccounted-for water and grant applications

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