A popular reservoir with a deadly history in the foothills of the Oquirrh Mountains in Tooele has been closed off to the public over safety concerns.
Acknowledging that the closure of the Settlement Canyon Reservoir will be an “inconvenience,” the Settlement Canyon Irrigation Company said the move was necessary due to its ice dangers.
“This wasn’t an easy decision, but it’s one we feel necessary to keep everyone safe,” the company wrote…