Under the Watershed Program, NRCS joined with local people to help plan and install projects that increase flood protection, control erosion and enhance water quality, water supply and water-related recreation. The law was used to supplement and bridge the gap between ongoing soil and water conservation programs to develop and protect watersheds.
A floodwater retarding structure will reduce downstream flooding.
Monitoring of NRCS Dams
Learn more about DamWatch, an online tool that provides real-time monitoring of rainfall, snowmelt, stream flow and seismic events that could pose potential threats to dam safety.
Contact
Olguy Louis
State Conservation Engineer
601.863.3932
