The most prominent of the Great Basin lakes, the Great Salt Lake never freezes. So, when a cold front moves through the valley, it creates snow showers that can run south, southeast and east, boosting the snowfall numbers at local resorts.
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“Impressive winter precipitation and record-breaking snowpack have undoubtedly improved the situation of Great Salt Lake,” Hasenyager said. “However, it's important to note that it will take much more than one above-average winter to fully replenish the lake's water levels and address our long-term challenges.”