Diamond Fork Watershed has been adversely affected by trans-basin diversions that bring large quantities of water into Diamond Fork Creek and a major tributary, Sixth Water Creek. Extra water was imported via two large tunnels located high in the watershed, causing massive erosion and downcutting of the stream channel. Many efforts have been undertaken to correct these problems, including a pipeline that delivers most of the water to the bottom of the watershed to avoid the damage.
As part of the effort to mitigate for damage to the watershed, the URMCC contracted Allred Restoration to design a diversion structure and a series of wetlands in the lower part of the Diamond Fork watershed. These wetlands were constructed by State and Federal crews, with oversight by Allred Restoration. The image at right shows a few of the constructed wetlands, shortly after construction.
Learn more about the efforts to restore Diamond Fork Creek by visiting the URMCC website.