Thriving with Streams and other Water Resources

Do you live near a stream, wetland or other waterbody?  Do you have a water right?  Are you hoping to develop a pond or capture a spring on your property?  Would you like to conserve water for instream fish habitat, while also protecting your water right? 

Navigating best practices as well as regulations regarding our shared water resources can be a confusing process.  But it is important to understand why water resources matter and what regulations or best practices apply to your situation.

Here are some resources available for landowners, from a recent workshop hosted by Underwood Conservation District:

Water Resource Contacts - Who to Call

Water Rights 101

Shorelines of the State

Seeps, Springs, & Wetlands

Riparian Buffers

Fish Screens and Project Examples