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Utah Lake proves to be an economic asset to Utah Valley, recent study reveals
Utah Lake is bringing a financial boost to Utah County, according to a new study that highlights the lake’s significant economic impact through tourism-related spending on lodging, dining, recreation, and retail. According to a press release issued Monday by the Utah Lake Authority, which commissioned the study conducted by Ernst & Young, its findings revealed that people who visited Utah Lake in 2024 reportedly spent $74.3 million in trip expenses. This amount generated $9.2 million in state and local tax revenues and supported 823 jobs in Utah County, according to the Utah ...