Hobble Creek Flow
The Issue
Lower-than-normal stream flows in Hobble Creek have allowed natural debris and vegetation to accumulate into the stream channel, limiting the stream’s water carrying capacity.
Current snowpack data indicates tremendously high snowpack in the mountains above Springville. Hobble Creek water flows are expected to be high during snow-melt runoff this spring.
Springville City (City) personnel routinely clear debris from stream banks at roadway bridge crossings and irrigation take-out structures along Hobble Creek to reduce the risk of flooding. The City does not engage in creek maintenance along private property.
What You Can Do as a Resident/Property Owner
Homeowner stream bank maintenance includes the removal of fallen trees, branches and other natural debris that may inhibit stream flows. Debris on your property stream bank may affect your downstream neighbors, so you are encouraged to mitigate this private issue through proper stream bank maintenance.
How to Get Rid of the Natural Debris on My Stream Banks
If you need to dispose of your natural debris, the Green Waste Facility at 600 W 700 N is open and available for residents for self-drop off.
Moving Forward
Please take the time to review your individual stream bank condition, and take action to ensure that swelling spring flows can safely pass through the residential areas of Springville.
Sand Bags
There are 2 places in town that are set up to fill sand bags. With the snowpack being so high, the creek will likely run very high and fast this year, and it is the property owner’s responsibility to prevent the creek from flooding onto their property. At these filling locations, residents will need to bring their own shovels, but sand and bags are provided.
Sand Bag Filling Locations
| Fieldhouse (previously the Community Pool) | 1015 East 900 South |
| Hobble Creek Park | 1250 South 2200 East |