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Frequently Asked Questions

Public Works
Department

Salt Lake County
Public Works
Engineering

Government Center
2001 South State Street
N3100
SLC, UT 84190

Phone: 801 468-2711
Email

FAQ Index

What is a Flood Control Permit?
What is the design criteria for drainage systems?
Who maintains County streets and sidewalks?
Where do I report flooding problems?
What do I have to do if I want to dig in the County right-of-way?
Where is County construction occurring?
How can I get sidewalks in my neighborhood?
Why is there such an emphasis lately on clean stormwater?
I can understand why used oil or doggie doo would be bad in the gutter, but what about grass clippings and leaves?

What is a Flood Control Permit?

It is a permit issued by the Engineering Division allowing connection to the County's major drainage system as defined in Title 17 of the County ordinances. These facilities are basically all major streams, canals, the Jordan River and interjurisdictional conduits.

Salt Lake County Government Center – 2001 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84190 – 801 468-3000