Tag: Kansas Water Office

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, in collaboration with the Kansas Water Office, will conduct a second demonstration of Water Injection Dredging at Tuttle Creek Lake from March 17-27, 2026. This innovative project aims to assess sediment management effectiveness, monitor environmental impacts, and evaluate operational efficiency, addressing significant sediment accumulation challenges.

Kansas organizations initiated a groundbreaking project to remove silt from Tuttle Creek Lake, aiming to prevent it from becoming 75% silt-filled by 2074. Using innovative water injection dredging, the process will help manage sediment and ensure the lake's capacity for flood control remains effective, while researchers monitor downstream effects.

Governor Laura Kelly has updated drought declarations in Kansas, with recent rains offering modest relief in the southern regions. While 42 counties were removed from drought status, 16 are in warning and 47 in watch status. Ongoing monitoring will address the drought's effects on health, agriculture, and wildlife.

The Kansas Water Office's Solomon-Republican Regional Advisory Committee will meet on July 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to discuss important water issues, including the FY27 Budget. The meeting, held both in-person and via Zoom, aims to facilitate public input and provide updates on local water management.

TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly has signed a proclamation approving updated drought declarations for Kansas counties. “Drought conditions have persisted...

Governor Laura Kelly announced over $26 million in grants for water projects in Kansas, aimed at addressing vital water issues. The funding, part of Senate Substitute for House Bill 2302, supports municipalities and water districts. With high demand, 39 technical and 24 water projects grants were awarded to 70 communities in 2024.

Governor Laura Kelly announced the dates for the second round of local consult meetings to gather input on strategies for implementing the 2022 Kansas Water Plan. Kansans can join the meetings to provide feedback on investment scenarios, criteria, objectives, and revenue sources. The meetings will take place throughout September in various locations across Kansas.

The Kansas Water Office, Kansas Department of Agriculture, and Kansas Department of Health and Environment are organizing workshops to discuss the 2022 Kansas Water Plan. Kansans are invited to share their input on regional water needs, funding priorities, policy changes, state capacity improvement, program effectiveness, and measurable goals. Multiple workshop dates and locations are available for participation.

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Water Office announced an $18 million investment into 34 municipalities and special districts, addressing water issues. Funding, facilitated by bipartisan legislation, supports rural communities with emergent water problems, conserving resources, and infrastructure improvements. Over 300 applications were received and prioritized based on specific criteria.

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Water Office today announced that $85 million over five years will go...

Effective June 27, Governor Laura Kelly has approved updated drought declarations for Kansas counties with Executive Order #22-06. This...

Today Governor Kelly issued Drought Declarations for Kansas counties with Executive Order #20-54. The declaration includes 74 out of...