The Bureau of Reclamation announced this week that the Flaming Gorge Dam and Visitor Center has been closed to all visitors until further notice. “Visitation has been closed during the winter season and would normally reopen on April 15th,” shares their announcement. “However, in support of recommended guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Utah Governor Gary Herbert’s “Stay Safe, Stay Home” Directive to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Flaming Gorge Dam and Visitor Center will remain closed, including tours, until further notice. The health and safety of the public and employees is [the] number one priority.” While the Visitor Center will be closed and tours will be unavailable, the dam will continue its water deliveries and powerplant operations. Security and law enforcement will also continue their functions at the facilities. For more announcements from the Bureau of Reclamation, visit www.usbr.gov.
