Old Provo Channel Construction Extended into 2026

Map of the Old Provo Channel with Provo River Delta recreation features identified on it — Small dam construction completion and construction of the boat launches and fishing platforms shown on the map have beey delayed into 2026.

Recreation features to be constructed on the Old Provo Channel as part of the Provo River Delta project have been delayed into early 2026 due federal government setbacks. These features include a small dam being built at the downstream end of the channel. The dam structure was constructed this Fall, but work remains to be completed before it is functional. When operational, the dam will help manage water levels that support recreation in the Old Provo Channel.

Small concrete dam with paved portge sidewalk along its left side and trees and mountains in the background — Small Dam on Old Provo Channel

As things now stand, federal construction crews are scheduled to return to finish this work in January and then will proceed with constructing boat ramps at two upstream locations. Construction of three fishing platforms between these boat ramps should also begin in the January-February timeframe.

We greatly appreciate the public’s patience; 2025 has been a challenging year as we experienced repeated delays to this construction schedule. While we cannot guarantee there will be no further interruptions, we are committed to keeping you informed of our schedule. As we move closer to the new year, please check back here for updates.

Provo River Delta Area Management Mix

Management Areas and Contact Information

Series of images of two biologists netting fish in a river and two sitting in a canoe on the delta collecting data, a hunting boundaries sign and a group of volunteers standing with the results of their hard labors

Delta Habitat and Monitoring
Hunting/Waterfowl Management Area
Volunteer Stewardship
- Contact: Utah Division of Wildlife Resource’s Central Region; phone (801) 491-5678

Series of images of the Skipper Bay trailhead, trail and wildlife viewing tower and the Old Provo Channel's west trailhead and Alligator Park parking area

Delta/Skipper Bay Trail, Trailhead and Wildlife Viewing Tower
Old Provo Channel west trailhead, channel trail, north bank and ‘Alligator Park’ parking
Boat Harbor Drive
- Contact: Utah County Public Works; phone (801) 851-8600

series of images of the people playing in the Old Provo River Channel in front of the Delta Gateway Park, the playground and entrance of the Delta Gateway Park and a small child playing in the sandy beach near the park

Delta Gateway Park
Old Provo Channel south bank (except for private property)
- Contact: Provo City Parks and Recreation; phone (801) 852-6600

series of images of the Delta diversion structure on the Old Provo Channel, the small dam constructed at the channel's downstream end, aeration bubbles and the building for the aeration system on the channel

Operation of Small Dam (when completed), Aeration system, and Delta diversion structure
Contact: Central Utah Water Conservancy District; phone (801) 226-7100

Permits and Delta Project Questions: a permit is necessary for any commercial activity, activity charging a participation fee, or activity involving groups larger than 12 participants in the delta. The permit is required to ensure the delta meets its purposes for supporting June sucker and allowing compatible recreational use. If you have any delta project questions, or to enquire about a permit please complete the form on our Contact Us page as you begin planning your event. (As a reminder, no motorized watercraft are ever permitted in the delta.)

How Did We Get Here?

Review past years of project construction and see how far we’ve come!