GEOLOGIC HAZARDS

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

Fruit Heights Landslide, Davis County

Updated April 18, 2023


A landslide occurred on April 8th on Mountain Road around 100 South in Fruit Heights, Davis County.

Landslide type: Debris flow
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Size: Not assessed

Special Conditions: Flooding 

Damages: The landslide destroyed one building (no homes) and injured two people. 

Status: Stable, but high potential of activity with more precipitation

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.