A watershed is defined by the United States Geological Survey (USGS) as an area of land that drains all the streams and rainfall to a common outlet such as the outflow of a reservoir, mouth of a bay, or any point along a stream channel. Thus, watershed management is a key step in the restoration of polluted, or impaired waterbodies. This management and planning can also be used to protect healthy watersheds.
There are several watersheds located within the Southwest Conservation District. Below are current and past water management plans that the SWCD is/has been involved in:
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“We envision a restored Norwalk River Watershed system: one that is healthy, dynamic and will remain so for generations to come; one that offers clean water and functioning wetlands; one in which a diversity of freshwater and anadromous fish as well as other wildlife and plants are once again sustained; one in which the river system is an attractive community resource that enhances quality of life, education, tourism and recreation; and above all, one in which growth respects this vision and all people participate in the stewardship of the watershed.”
