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Wabasha Soil and Water Conservation District

 

Our Mission

Provide technical assistance to Wabasha County residents to manage their private lands in a way that promotes a sound economy and sustains/enhances natural resources.

·         Top 5 Priority Concerns      

1.      Soil Erosion- prevention of soil erosion and sedimentation from runoff from; agriculture land, construction sites and stream banks

2.      Nutrient and Manure Management- protection of surfaces waters by reducing contaminates entering the water.  Use correct methods to prevent nutrient loading from manure, and artificial fertilizers both from agriculture and urban areas.

3.      ISTS/Ground Water Protection- protect ground water from contamination to ensure drinking water aquifers maintain good quality.

4.      Forest and Pasture Land- improve forest and pasture land management to reduce soil erosion and increase water quality

5.      Impaired Waters- address impaired watersheds throughout the county to improve water quality.