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Marion Soil & Water Conservation District

Stockwater Protection

Systems used to provide suitable water to livestock or wildlife at selected locations to improve grazing management and protect streams, ponds, and water supplies

   

How it works

Stockwater systems include a suitable clean water source, delivery system, and watering facilities for providing adequate water to livestock and wildlife. Water sources may be developed and piped to watering facilities at locations for improved livestock distribution.

Purpose/Benefit

  • Improves livestock health and production
  • Allows for better grazing management with planned placement of water for livestock
  • Provides clean water at accessible locations
  • Provides for improvements in upland and riparian vegetation and protection of stream banks
  • Provides for development of water where it is naturally unavailable