Eagle Mountain is in a legal battle over $12 million in water rights. The city is suing to secure its future water supply, which is currently uncertain.
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Ensures the city doesn't over-commit its water supply, which could save costs on future water acquisition.
Current and future residents who rely on the city's water supply.
Developers of residential projects who will now need to find other water sources.
On February 5, 2026, Eagle Mountain City filed a lawsuit in Provo District Court against Cedar Valley Water Company, LLC (CVWC) to secure ownership of vital water assets. While the litigation involves historical deeds for over 3,100 acre-feet of...
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The city is changing its rules to ensure there is enough water for future growth by limiting how developers can use existing water contracts.