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South Dakota Drought Monitor shows little change | 5/9/2025
WATERTOWN, S.D. (KWAT)–As we head into Mother’s Day weekend, South Dakota’s Drought Monitor map is showing little change from the previous week.
WDRWS Request for a Future Use Permit Made Progress in Pierre on Wednesday | 5/9/2025
The South Dakota Department of Ag and Natural Resources Water Management Board officially gave the green light to the Future Use Permit for the Western Dakota Regional Water System...
Executive Director Kristen Conzett outlines water crisis solutions for Pennington County | 5/7/2025
The Pennington County Board of Commissioners meeting on May 7, 2025, featured a significant presentation by Kristen Conzett, the new executive director of the Western Dakota Regional Water System.
USDA Designates Three South Dakota Counties as Natural Disaster Areas | 5/6/2025
This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency...
Western Dakota Regional Water System granted 2026 funds to continue preservation efforts | 5/6/2025
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Water is one of the most important resources our planet has to offer. Still, with an influx of people moving into the Black Hills and even more expected in the coming years, that resource is stretched further.
Rapid City implements water conservation efforts a month early | 5/1/2025
Due to water levels in Pactola Reservoir, the City of Rapid City is implementing water restrictions a month early — starting May 1.
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purpose
Ensuring quality, abundant water to all corners of western South Dakota
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opportunity
We have the opportunity to prevent water access challenges for future generations.
progress
WDRWS was formed in 2021 to
address the growing water needs
of western South Dakota.
WDRWS Accomplishments to Date
