Projects.The purpose of our projects are to keep water in the valley and to encourage conservation.
|
What projects does Lower Ark have?
|
Why are we involved in these projects?All of the projects that we engage in are an attempt to increase our water conservation or water quality. Lower Ark's mission is to help the farmers in the Lower Arkansas River Basin, and these projects do just that.
Where does funding come from?Most of the funding for these projects comes from grants. Since the district was formed, it has returned 130% of the taxpayers' investment by maintaining awareness of funding opportunities and leveraging the District's funds to help secure grant funds.
|
We Craft Efficient SolutionsOur solutions are innovative and creative using our knowledgeable and innovative staff and board members and creative atmosphere.
Our priorities for the 2022 year are the Lease Fallowing- Super Ditch, Rule 10 Plan, Fountain Creek, and Larkspur Ditch plans/projects as well as continuing Legislation. |
Our Valley Comes FirstTo acquire, retain and conserve water resources within the Lower Arkansas River. To encourage the use of such water for the socio-economic benefit of the District citizens. To participate in water-related projects that will embody thoughtful conservation, responsible growth, and beneficial water usage within the Lower Arkansas Valley, including the acceptance of conservation easements, with or without water.
|
We Promise You the BestWe uphold our mission in everything we do from office matters to big projects. Our goal is always the same: to make Lower Ark an advocate for the farmers and businesses of the valley in order to keep the water where it needs to be, instill conservation practices, and to increase the quality of our water sources.
|