The latest snotel report shows that water levels vary greatly in areas of the Uintah Basin. In the Northeastern Uintas, water levels are listed as 110% of average. Sites on the Duchesne River, however, show that on the whole their average is 166% of average. Handling spring runoff was a topic at the Uintah County Commission meeting on Monday with County Fire Marshal Jeremy Raymond specifically asking if the infrastructure such as bridges and roads are being assessed as to whether they can handle water runoff in the worst case scenario. Commissioner Brad Horrocks said that there has been some assessments and discussion within the Uintah Transportation Special Service District. He said among the biggest concerns at the moment is the growth of trees in the creeks. Overall, however, he indicated that at least in Uintah County, runoff is not looking like it will pose a major threat. Commissioner Stringer explained that the Green River could have as much as twice or three times its capacity and that the Bureau of Reclamation has to handle the releases. Commissioner Shepherd expressed concern for homeowners along the Green River, stating that preparedness is key and that he hopes the county can help them as much as possible.
