Lake Pelican Water Project District

Last Update: 07-16-2008

Statistics

Established in 1988

In 1999, enlarged it's jurisdiction to 220,800 acres (345 sq. mi.)

Major subwatersheds

Current Project - Developing comprehensive surface water management plan for the region

Seven board members

Goals of the District

Flood level reduction on the Upper Big Sioux River

Improved water quality - lakes, rivers, and streams

Integrated natural resource management

Sediment control

Regional management of water resources

Groundwater recharge

Enhanced wildlife habitat

Road preservation