Magna sits at the northwest edge of the valley below the Oquirrh Mountains. Its historic Main Street area has some of the valley's older homes, alongside newer subdivisions to the south and west.
Water issues in Magna
- Older homes and plumbing near the historic center, including aging sewer laterals.
- Earthquake awareness. The magnitude 5.7 earthquake on March 18, 2020 was centered just north of Magna and damaged structures in Magna and nearby communities (KSL). Shaking can loosen water heater connections and supply lines, so check them after any noticeable quake.
- Window-well and basement flooding in storms.
- Frozen pipes in older homes and garages.
Local contacts
Magna Water District provides water and sewer service in Magna. Building permits for work such as replacing a water heater or finishing a basement go through the Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District, (385) 910-7138 (MSD Building Services).
Services you can call about in Magna
- Water Damage Restoration
- Frozen & Burst Pipes
- Basement Flooding & Runoff
- Sewer Backup Cleanup
- Mold Remediation
- Biohazard Cleanup
Magna ZIP codes we connect calls from
- 84044
Magna questions
Do I need a permit to rebuild my basement after water damage in Magna?
Permits in Magna go through the Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District. Its list of work that needs a permit includes finishing basements and replacing water heaters. Call (385) 910-7138 with questions.
Who handles water and sewer in Magna?
Magna Water District.