Several cost-share
programs are available to landowners and producers for the purpose of
improving overall water quality throughout the basin. The practices
identified for cost-share have the greatest potential for addressing the
impairments of regional lakes, streams and rivers. Basin residents may
apply to one or all cost-share programs. For general information about any
cost-share programs, contact the local RC&D.
In Kansas:
Lake Region
RC&D 785-242-2073
In Missouri:
Osage Valley
RC&D 660-885-5567 x6
On-Site Wastewater System Upgrade
Failing rural septic systems contribute to high
levels of fecal coliform bacteria in the basin's water sources. Assisting
homeowners with replacement or upgrades of these failing systems is a
grant priority. All homeowners in the basin may apply for cost-share
funding - successful Kansas applicants may receive up to $1000; Missouri
applicants may receive up to $3500. Please contact the local county
sanitarian or RC&D for more information.
In Kansas:
Lake Region
RC&D 785-242-2073
In Missouri:
Steve
Durnell 660-679-6108 (Bates County)
417-667-7418 (Vernon County)
Forestry Establishment and Improvement
Large, healthy riparian areas help to improve
water quality by stabilizing stream banks, reducing sedimentation,
providing shade and much more. Watershed foresters are available to
consult with landowners about tree planting, timber stand improvement and
other forestry activities. Up to 75% of project cost may be funded by the
program. Please contact your local watershed forester for more
information.
In Kansas:
Ryan Neises 785-242-2073
In Missouri:
Brian Kruse
Livestock Management Incentive Program
Overgrazing, concentrated feeding and livestock
proximity to streams have a direct impact on water quality. Bare pasture
fails to slow and filter runoff containing high concentrations of manure,
which leads to unhealthy levels of phosphorous and fecal coliform bacteria
in water supplies. The same detrimental effects are caused by livestock
hanging out in and around streams. Implementing rotational grazing,
spreading out feeding sites, installing alternate water sources and
fencing off streams and waterways are some of the management practices
that may be funded through the program. Please contact your local
watershed livestock specialist for more information.
In Kansas:
Herschel George
In Missouri:
Scott Sudkamp or
Al Decker
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