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SAKW, benefitting Kansas water since 1953

11/04/2026

The Kansas Water Plan outlines how our state will address water resources and prepare for future needs. It consists of two parts:

📋 Guiding Principles: Tenets that identify overarching challenges and the steps needed to address them
📋 Regional Planning Areas: Background information, issues, and goals for each of the 14 areas in Kansas

Explore the plan: https://bit.ly/4x3Ln0Y.

10/29/2026

Kansas Register-Notice to Bidders

09/04/2026

We love seeing our Kansas watershed districts continuing to come together, serve their communities, and work toward protecting Kansas’ water resources.

Thank you to the Rock Creek Watershed #45 Board of Directors for sharing a look at their recent board meeting! It’s always great to see local leaders engaged in the important work of watershed management and conservation.

At SAKW, we’re proud to represent and support watershed districts across Kansas and to share the great work happening in communities throughout our state.

Thank you, Rock Creek #45, for all you do!

08/27/2026

SAKW attended the 52nd Annual Meeting of the Upper Little Arkansas River Watershed Joint District No. 95 on August 25 in Little River.

The evening provided a great opportunity to connect with district leaders and community members, hear updates on the district’s work, and share information on current SAKW initiatives, legislative developments, funding opportunities, and resources available to watershed districts.

The program also featured Steven Gilliland presenting “Fur Harvesting in Kansas.”

Thank you to the Upper Little Arkansas River Watershed Joint District No. 95 for the invitation and continued commitment to protecting Kansas watersheds and communities!

08/21/2026

Yesterday, SAKW was proud to attend and serve as a sponsor of the 2026 Kansas Ag Summit in Manhattan!

The Summit brought together agricultural leaders and partners from across the state for important conversations around transportation and infrastructure, market access, global trade, and the opportunities and challenges facing Kansas agriculture.

We appreciate the opportunity to support the Kansas Ag Summit, connect with partners from across the state, and continue representing Kansas watershed districts in conversations that help shape the future of agriculture in Kansas.

Thank you to the Kansas Department of Agriculture and everyone who helped make this year’s Summit possible!

07/27/2026

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today the dates for a summer round of local consult meetings to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding. The seven meetings will take place across the state in late July and throughout August. Kansans can RSVP for the meeting...

07/18/2026

SAKW was pleased to participate in the first day of the Kansas Reservoir Sedimentation Summit on June 16 in Manhattan, hosted by the Kansas Water Office.

The summit brought together state and federal agencies, watershed organizations, conservation partners, researchers, and local leaders to address one of Kansas' most significant water resource challenges—reservoir sedimentation.

Throughout the day, attendees explored innovative approaches to sediment management, watershed restoration, reservoir sustainability, and the value of strong partnerships in protecting Kansas' water resources. Events like this provide valuable opportunities for SAKW to stay informed on emerging initiatives, build relationships with partners, and bring new ideas and resources back to Kansas watershed districts.

SAKW appreciates the Kansas Water Office for hosting this important event and thanks all of the presenters and participants for their commitment to advancing watershed conservation across Kansas.

07/18/2026

SAKW Executive Director Sarah Diamond had the opportunity to attend the Muddy Creek Watershed District Annual Meeting and Regular Board Meeting on June 11.

Meeting with watershed district boards is one of the best ways to stay connected to the work happening at the local level. These conversations provide valuable insight into each district's accomplishments, priorities, and challenges while creating opportunities to share updates on funding, legislation, and resources available through SAKW.

Thank you to the Muddy Creek Watershed District Board for the warm welcome and for your continued commitment to protecting and improving Kansas's natural resources. SAKW values the opportunity to support the important work taking place in communities across the state.

07/18/2026

SAKW Executive Director Sarah Diamond attended the Turkey Creek Watershed District #32 board meeting on July 14 as part of SAKW's ongoing commitment to connecting with watershed districts across Kansas.

These visits provide an opportunity to hear directly from local board members, discuss current priorities and challenges, share updates on statewide initiatives, and strengthen partnerships that support watershed districts and the communities they serve.

SAKW appreciates the Turkey Creek Watershed District board for the warm welcome and their continued dedication to protecting Kansas's water resources. Thank you for the opportunity to visit and learn more about the important work taking place in the district.

06/18/2026

Celebrating a Legacy of Service
Honoring
Herb Graves
23 Years of Dedicated Service
State Association of Kansas Watersheds

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P. O. Box 111
Hays, KS
67601

Telephone

+17853414869

Website

http://www.sakw.org/

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