Wabasha Swcd Information

The mission statement of the Wabasha Soil & Water Conservation District is to provide technical, financial, and educational assistance for land and water management in a way that promotes a sound economy and sustains and enhances natural resources. Soil Erosion - prevention of soil erosion and sedimentation from runoff from agricultural land, construction sites and stream banks Nutrient and Manure Management - protection of surface waters by reducing contaminants entering the water. Use of correct methods to prevent nutrient loading from manure and artificial fertilizers from both agricultural and urban areas. ISTS/Ground Water Protection - protect ground water from contamination to ensure drinking water aquifers retains good quality. Forest and Pasture Land - improve forest and pasture land management to reduce soil erosion and increase water quality. Watershed Management Approach - focus on the watershed's condition as the starting point for water quality assessment, planning and measurement of results.