From the diversity of projects eligible for state cost-share programs, to the technical aspects of designing terraces and waterways, there is a lot going on at the Cowley County Conservation District and NRCS offices. 
Sometimes, however, a lot of work needs to be done in what seems like a short amount of time.  Small windows of opportunity present themselves to complete a variety of projects. It is during these short lengths of time that everyone in the county is trying to do the same things.  Landowners and operators are working with contractors to plan, implement and complete a wide array of jobs. It is the same here.  We are busy designing and staking waterways, terraces and ponds, not to mention brush control and seeding.  Work continues with the Grouse Silver Creek and Upper Timber Creek Watersheds to protect and improve the quality of the watershed areas.
Together we can improve Cowley County soil and conserve our natural resources.
Cowley County Conservation District
Funding is provided in part by the State Conservation Commission through appropriation from the Kansas Water Plan Fund.
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Erosion at the end of a waterway that is less than 100 yards from Timber Creek
The NRCS technician works with the contractor to shape the eroded area.
The completed rock chute will reduce sediment that flows into Timber Creek
Vegetation growing among the rocks, slows the water and allows sediment to settle out before flowing into the stream.
Upper Timber Creek-Producer Advisory Committee - Developing Strategy for Winfield Lake
The Upper Timber Creek-Producer Advisory Committee has been busy working on a Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS).  This project consists of compiling the concerns of stakeholders in the watershed with water quality data from the Winfield City Lake and a stream assessment of Timber Creek above the lake and developing a plan of action.  This working plan will ensure that the UTC-PAC is achieving water quality results with their conservation efforts and addressing the concerns of the stakeholders.  Ron Graber , Watershed Specialist, with K-State Research and Extension is assisting the UTC-PAC with the development of the plan. 
Future activities planned include a Fall 2011 tour of completed conservation practices in the watershed and a Spring 2012 tour of the upper reaches of Winfield City Lake.  The UTC-PAC continues to provide cost-share assistance to producers with conservation concerns in the watershed.  If you have questions or are interested in pursuing assistance for a project please contact Jennifer Carr, Water Quality Coordinator,  at 620-221-1850 ext. 3 or by e-mail jennifer.carr @ks.nacdnet.net.
Cowley County Conservation District is accepting applications for Water Quality Coordinator. Read more....