Community - Environment
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About Water Resources
Several programs and departments within Salt Lake County Government have spent countless hours promoting water quality and planning since...
ADA - Ramp Compliance
Americans with Disabilities Act requirements for ramps and handrails.
Bee Inspection
The primary goal of the Bee Inspector is to track migration of the bees and to move unwanted nests. The Bee Inspector is active during...
Salt Lake County Bicycle Advisory Committee
To enhance the Salt Lake County bicycling experience, encourage more bicycling for both transportation and recreation, and promote a culture of responsible bicycling for the wellbeing of all citizens.
Townships and Community Councils
Community Councils
Upcoming public meetings, development proposals, zoning, or municipal boundaries.
Compost Sales
Compost is available all year long (while supplies last) and is recommended for mixing directly into the soil (suggested ratio is three parts soil to...
Water Resources Planning and Restoration
As the area-wide water quality planning authority, Salt Lake County is extremely concerned with the ecological health, water quality, and species...
Solid Waste Management Fees
Fee Schedule for waste disposal at the Salt Lake County Landfill.
FEMA Flood Plain Maps
FEMA maintains flood plain delineations on a set of maps called Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). Mortgage companies are required to...
Household Hazardous Waste
Oil, antifreeze, paint and other harmful chemicals should not be disposed of in trash cans, sink drains, storm drains, or landfills. If these chemicals...
Jordan River Restoration
Numerous restoration projects are underway in the Jordan River Watershed. If your group is involved in any projects, please let us know so that...
Landfill and Transfer Station
Hours and location for landfill and transfer station
One Million Trees
One simple and effective way to contribute to the health and well-being of future generations is to plant trees. Trees, like libraries, museums, and parks, are investments...
Open Space Trust Fund
In 2005, newly elected Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon worked with the County Council under the leadership of Councilman Cort Ashton to revitalize the Open...
Other Water Issues
As Salt Lake County continues to grow, many issues may potentially impact water quality and watershed health in this area. Some of ...
Recycling
You receive one blue recycling can with your garbage can. There is no charge for recycling cans and no charge for second or additional cans. Your...
Restaurant Inspection
This site provides information to consumers that will help them to make informed decisions about where they dine. It also gives food service...
Salt Lake County Green
Salt Lake County Environmental Programs.
Water Resources Planning and Restoration
Salt Lake County anticipates hosting an annual Watershed Symposium each fall. This event serves two main purposes: Serves as...
Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Studies
On a semi-annual basis, the Utah Division of Water Quality (DWQ) develops lists of impaired waters in the state. 'Impaired waters' are...
Water and Hazardous Waste
The Bureau of Water Quality and Hazardous Waste regulates public swimming pools, solid waste and processing facilities, drinking water systems...
Water Library
Studies and other documents that chronical water quality efforts...
Water Quality Steward Ship Plan
In 2006, Salt Lake County began a collaborative effort to develop our Water Quality Stewardship Plan (WaQSP). After three years of data...
Watershed Watch
The Salt Lake County Water Resources Planning and Restoration Program currently has a grant through the State Division of Water Quality to...