The High Line Canal and distribution system of approximately 77 miles, of which about 62 miles are concrete lined, was completed in 1916 and the Springville-Mapleton Lateral was completed in 1918. The entire project was completed by June 30, 1922. Before 1900, the low summer flow of the river limited the development of the irrigable lands. Since 1922, all of the reservoir basin supply has been used for the benefit of the project. As a result of an adequate supply of water to the lands, stabilized crop returns and improvement in the economic conditions of the area have been realized.
Principal crops are alfalfa, corn, small grains, fruit, and some vegetables.
Recreation and Fish and Wildlife Strawberry Reservoir has a surface area of 8,400 acres at total capacity and will double when the new reservoir, resulting from construction of Soldier Creek Dam, is filled. The enlarged reservoir will cover 17,160 acres at maximum capacity. A recreation master plan has been prepared for the enlarged reservoir. Initial development will consist of two major recreation sites, several fisherman access points, and a new visitor station. The major recreation sites will be developed at Soldier Creek Bay and at Strawberry Bay.