Utah's Center for Water

Coordinating and establishing collective responses to local, state, and regional water and environmental needs.


A UWRL Student puts a water sensor in the lake

Water Resources

We study how water is used, shared, and protected to support people and communities.

  • Hydrology
  • Hydraulics
  • Intelligent Water Systems
  • Irrigation
A dam releases water

Hydraulics

We study the movement and control of water through hydraulic structures and systems to advance engineering design, safety, and efficiency.

  • Physical Modeling
  • Computer Modeling
  • Research
Kyle Moor and his student work in the environmental laboratory

Environmental

We study environmental processes and treatment technologies to improve water quality, protect ecosystems, and support sustainable resource management.

  • Water Quality & Contaminants
  • Air Quality & Emissions
  • Bioremediation & Sustainable Practices
  • Laboratory Client Services
Dr. Rosenberg instructs a group of water users at Cutler Dam

Education & Outreach

We engage students, professionals, and communities through hands-on training and outreach to build knowledge and collaboration in water research and management.

  • Education
  • Community Outreach

Featured Research Projects