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MEDIA CONTACT

Hollie Brown
Utah Geological Survey
holliebrown@utah.gov
801-243-9466

Wade Mathews
Utah Division of Emergency Management
wmathews@utah.gov
801-834-9741

Emigration Canyon Landslides, Salt Lake County

Updated June 5, 2023

Record snowpack and subsequent warmer weather has caused flooding and 10 to 15 landslides through the month of April, along with several small snow avalanches in Emigration Canyon. A local emergency was declared in the Emigration Canyon Metro Township on April 13th.

Landslide types: Earthflow
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Size: Not assessed

Special Conditions: Not assessed

Damages: Two homes have been damaged, one of which has significant damage. Emigration Canyon Road has been closed periodically due to avalanches and landslides. 

Status: Active

Check out drone footage of the Pioneer Gulch landslide in Emigration Canyon below!

MEDIA CONTACT

Hollie Brown
Utah Geological Survey
holliebrown@utah.gov
801-243-9466

Wade Mathews
Utah Division of Emergency Management
wmathews@utah.gov
801-834-9741

Emergency Information and Resources

If you suspect active landslide movement, evacuate and contact your local fire, police, emergency manager, or public works department. If conditions pose an immediate threat to life or limb, call 9-1-1. Preparedness information can be found at Be Ready Utah.