Rocky Mountain Power modifies service at recreation areas in response to COVID-19 public health emergency
PRESS RELEASE Rocky Mountain Power | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 6 years, 5 months AGO
SALT LAKE CITY — In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, Rocky Mountain Power is modifying operations of its recreation sites in Idaho and Utah until further notice.
Rocky Mountain Power is a division of PacifiCorp, which owns and manages hydroelectric resources that offer clean, affordable energy for customers, as well as public recreation. The facilities provide boating, swimming, camping and picnicking opportunities.
During the COVID-19 emergency, outlets for appropriately distanced recreation are important, as long as activities are done within state and federal health directives. Rocky Mountain Power appreciates patience from the public as the company works to maintain these opportunities while observing guidelines pertaining to social distancing and safety.
Most trails and boat ramps will remain open unless noted below. Restrooms will be on limited maintenance with users asked to bring their own personal hygiene materials.
Idaho Recreation Sites – Interim Operations
·Soda Day Use Area – Open; Limited maintenance for restroom facilities
·Oneida Boater Put-In and Take-Out – Open; Limited maintenance for restroom facilities
·Black Canyon Boater Put-In and Take-Out – Open; Limited maintenance for restroom facilities
· Ashton Fishing Access – Open
Utah Recreation Sites – Interim Operations
·Cutler Reservoir Day Use Sites – Open; Limited maintenance for restroom facilities
·Weber – Open; Limited maintenance for restroom facilities
·Stairs (Big Cottonwood Canyon) – Closed
For a complete list of closures and limited maintenance sites, including PacifiCorp facilities in Oregon, Washington, California and Montana, please visit https://www.pacificorp.com/community/recreation.html.
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Rocky Mountain Power modifies service at recreation areas in response to COVID-19 public health emergency
SALT LAKE CITY — In response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, Rocky Mountain Power is modifying operations of its recreation sites in Idaho and Utah until further notice.