Jackson Soil & Water Conservation District

06/12/2026

Where Every Drop Matters.

Visit our website for current drought information, WaterWise resources, and simple steps to prepare for a dry summer.

Go to jswcd.org and look under Resources for Drought Information

06/12/2026

Our Summer Newsletter is here. 📣🌼🌾💐

Inside: drought resources, upcoming events, seasonal updates, and ways to connect with JSWCD programs and services.

Read the newsletter:
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06/03/2026

06/02/2026

Please join us to learn about the importance of cultivating native plants!

06/02/2026

📌Update: As of today, June 8, 2026, the water quality alert for Ashland Creek at the Lithia Park playground has been lifted. Water quality will be checked again on Friday, June 12 and we will update if anything changes.

⚠️ WATER QUALITY ADVISORY ⚠️

Water quality testing conducted on May 29 at the Ashland Creek swim area near the Lithia Park Playground found elevated levels of E. coli bacteria, making the area unsafe for swimming and water contact at this time.

For your safety, please avoid swimming, wading, or other water contact in this area until further notice. Signs have been posted at the site.

The Swim Reservoir at the top of Lithia Park was also tested and is safe for swimming at this time.

Water quality testing is conducted every Friday from May 24 through September 25. We will provide updates when the creek is safe for swimming again.

For the latest water quality updates and test results, visit: https://www.theswimguide.org/affiliates/rogue-riverkeeper/


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05/27/2026

05/19/2026

Did you know? In Oregon, winter snowpack acts like a natural reservoir, slowly releasing water into streams, rivers, farms, and groundwater systems as temperatures warm. When snowpack is low, summer water supplies can feel the impact. This is a good reminder to start preparing now by using water wisely before peak summer demand.

Here’s the latest May 14 update from Drought.gov on current snow drought conditions in Oregon and across the West.

https://www.drought.gov/states/oregon

https://www.drought.gov/drought-status-updates/snow-drought-current-conditions-and-impacts-west-2026-05-14

Stay informed with real-time drought data, forecasts, and planning tools at Drought.gov - your resource for understanding and preparing for droughts nationwide.

05/07/2026

It’s National Drinking Water Week — a good reminder that clean water starts long before it reaches the tap.

Here in Jackson County, the Rogue River is one of our most important natural resources. It supports drinking water, farms and ranches, fish and wildlife, recreation, and the communities that call this place home.

Healthy rivers depend on healthy lands around them. Streamside vegetation helps filter runoff, reduce erosion, shade waterways, and protect the water quality we all share.

When we care for the Rogue River, we’re caring for Jackson County’s future. Thanks to Rogue River Watershed Council for sharing the value of our rivers.

05/04/2026

Snowpack is lower than normal this year—something we’re watching closely across our region. It’s a good reminder that how we use and protect water now matters later in the season.

Thanks to our partners at the Rogue River Watershed Council for highlighting this during National Drinking Water Week.

12/09/2025

JSWCD is excited to host an informative and hands-on rainwater harvest class! 🌦️
Join us to explore the benefits of collecting rainwater and walk through the installation steps for setting up your own system. 🛠️🌿
📅 Thursday, January 15th 2026
⏰ 6–7:30pm
📍 JSWCD Office — 89 Alder St, Central Point, OR
👩‍🏫 Presenter: Kora Mousseaux
🌱 Free and open to all Jackson County residents!
🔗 Register at tinyurl.com/Rainwater2026
For more information on the upcoming class, please see our website jswcd.org.
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