Polk Soil and water conservation district

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What is a "Watershed"?

A defined area of land where every drop of water drains into a common place such as a river, lake, or wetland. Watersheds impact our drinking water, recreational opportunities, and essential habitat for wildlife. Polk SWCD has spent decades partnering with farmers, landowners, and urban residents to address local watershed issues to improve water quality and soil health. Everyone lives in a watershed and can play a role in protecting them!

How we help

RURAL

Rural

Our Polk County farmers and landowners in the rural areas play a key role in preserving our natural resources. Whether you own a small residential acreage or make a living farming there are plenty of ways that you can help!

URBAN

Urban

As an urban resident you make up the largest portion of Polk County and play a vital role in stormwater management. You can have a big impact on our environment even if you live in a downtown apartment or own a small residential lot.

LEADERS

Local leaders

Local leaders make important decisions on how to conserve our natural resources in all areas of the county. These decision makers can include city staff, elected officials, agency partners, and developers as well as many others. Click here to meet the Polk County Board of Commissioners.

The Polk Soil and Water Conservation District provides leadership to help people improve, conserve, and sustain our natural resources.

The goal of Polk SWCD is to protect water quality and conserve natural resources in Iowa.

To provide leadership that helps people improve, conserve, and sustain our natural resources while educating them on the importance and practicality of maintaining our environment and quality of life.