Hurricane City Faces Flash Flooding Due to Out-of-Town Debris
Hurricane City, Utah, experienced significant flash flooding due to an influx of water and debris from outside city limits, particularly from the east. According to City Manager Caden DeMille, the Gould Wash, which was prepared for typical water flow, was overwhelmed by large amounts of water and debris, including trees and stumps. The city has been working to clear storm drains, repair damaged infrastructure, and clean affected areas, such as the Pecan Townhomes. To prevent future flooding, Hurricane City is collaborating with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) on a proposed $67 million Gould Wash Flood Protection Project. This initiative includes constructing a dry detention basin at the Warner Draw Watershed to manage water flow from nearby areas like Colorado City and Apple Valley. The project is awaiting federal approval and funding. (Source: KUTV, Source time: 2026-08-18T00:52:58+00:00) 
