One Big Question

How do very small water systems, such as a homeowner or neighborhood association, fit into the WDRWS project? Is this something these smaller systems should be considering?

The intent of the WDRWS is to provide abundant, quality water to western South Dakota. In addition to our municipal, rural, regional, and Tribal water systems, there are currently more than 350 small water systems west of the Missouri River. These small systems range from seasonal venues, such as campgrounds, to individual homeowner associations, to major subdivisions throughout western South Dakota.

The WDRWS is being planned as a bulk water supplier. In other words, we would deliver water to another system, not individual homes or ranches. We encourage systems of all sizes to learn about the project and to use the WDRWS engagement process to look ahead at individual growth plans and potential water availability.

While ultimate build-out of the WDRWS may include reaching very small systems through other systems, the potential need of every system
is welcome in the discussion. We’ve recently had a steady flow of smaller systems become members of WDRWS. Please come to the table and join the discussion. Water supply is a topic that seems to interest almost everyone!