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Weber County, UT

September 14, 2026

Weber County Water Intelligence Brief

September 14, 2026 | Free-Tier Edition

Situation Summary

Ogden River flows below Pineview Reservoir are running at 215 cfs and falling, signaling that late-season delivery pressure is building for Ogden Valley dairy, hay, and cattle operations dependent on reservoir-controlled releases. The Weber River at Ogden reads 59 cfs and rising — a modest uptick that bears watching — while the Weber at Gateway holds steady at 151 cfs, reflecting relatively stable mainstem conditions upstream of the valley. Reservoir storage data and 7-day forecast details are available in the full brief.

Snowpack Conditions

Both Ben Lomond SNOTEL stations are reporting minimal to trace snow water equivalent, consistent with normal seasonal conditions for mid-September — the median SWE for this date is also effectively zero at both stations, so current readings do not indicate a below-normal snowpack relative to the date.

  • Ben Lomond Peak (09/13): SWE 0.1", snow depth 0.0"
  • Ben Lomond Trail (09/13): SWE 0.1", snow depth 1.0"

    • The critical 2026 context: both stations melted out 4–6 weeks ahead of the historical median meltout date, driven by an anomalous March heat wave. That early meltout compressed the spring runoff window and reduced total water-year yield into the Weber Basin system — Ben Lomond Peak was among the most stressed stations in Utah at peak SWE earlier this year. Meaningful snowpack accumulation is not expected until October–November.

    Streamflow Conditions

    Three USGS gauges define the current basin picture:

  • Ogden River below Pineview Reservoir (09/14): 215 cfs, falling — This is the gauge Ogden Valley irrigators watch most closely. A falling trend this late in the season indicates tightening delivery conditions and reflects drawdown of Pineview Reservoir releases as the irrigation season winds toward close.
  • Weber River at Gateway (09/14): 151 cfs, stable — The upper Weber mainstem is holding steady, suggesting no acute upstream disruption, though late-season volumes remain modest.
  • Weber River at Ogden (09/14): 59 cfs, rising — The basin integrator gauge captures total system flow after upstream diversions and reservoir releases. The modest rising signal warrants monitoring but does not indicate significant supply relief at current levels.

    • The falling Ogden River reading is the most operationally significant signal for agricultural users this week. Weber River is a primary inflow to Great Salt Lake; current consumptive conditions affect GSL elevation as background environmental context.

    Seasonal Guidance

  • Contact Weber Basin Water Conservancy District (wbwcd.dst.ut.us) to request current Pineview Reservoir storage status and projected release schedule for the remainder of the irrigation season.
  • Reach out to the Ogden River Water Users Association to confirm your delivery schedule and any anticipated curtailment or rotation windows for the coming weeks.
  • Check Utah Division of Water Rights (waterrights.utah.gov) to verify your water right priority and confirm whether any administrative actions are active on the Ogden River system.
  • Western benchland growers (Pleasant View, Farr West, Harrisville) should contact Weber Basin Water Conservancy District directly regarding benchland delivery status as late-season allocations tighten.

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    Data Sources: SNOTEL data through September 13, 2026; USGS streamflow data through September 14, 2026

    Data Current As Of: September 14, 2026

    Important Disclaimers: This brief provides automated analysis for informational purposes only. Specific numerical claims have not been independently verified. Consult official sources including your local water district, Weber Basin Water Conservancy District (primary water authority managing Pineview, Echo, Rockport, Lost Creek, and East Canyon reservoirs), U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Upper Colorado Region, Pineview Reservoir operations), Ogden River Water Users Association, and Utah Division of Water Rights for regulatory decisions and water rights administration.

    Data & Disclaimers

    Sources: NRCS SNOTEL network · USGS National Water Information System · National Weather Service

    This brief provides automated analysis for informational purposes only. Consult official sources including your local water district and state Division of Water Rights for regulatory decisions. This document does not constitute legal, regulatory, or engineering advice.

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