The Bowman-Slope SCD is currently working on a watershed project for the Bowman-Haley Watershed. An application has been submitted and we are waiting on approval from the state.

 

The goal of this project will be to reduce and or control Non-Point Source pollutants from moving towards and reaching the Bowman-Haley Reservoir. By reducing the non-point source pollution we hope to reduce the Harmful Algae Bloom that is present as well. 

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This is voluntary conservation program, for land owners and operators in these watersheds.  Cost-share assistance is available for Best Management Practices (BMP's) which are tools to improve soil health and infiltration rates to in turn infiltration rates and improve watershed health and water quality. 

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The Bowman-Slope SCD is also working with the United States Geological Survey to study the Harmful Algae Growth in the reservoir.This includes taking samples from the the Spring Creek, Alkali Creek, and the North Fork Grand River. Along with the tributaries being sampled, the Bowman-Haley Dam is also being sampled. The data that is collected from these samples will be used for the pilot production of a model to collect data on tributaries. 

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