Water is the foundation of Northeast Oregon’s $2+ billion economy, supporting agriculture, businesses, and communities. The Northeast Oregon Water Association (NOWA) is committed to securing a sustainable water future through responsible management that balances the needs of irrigators, municipalities, and the environment.
Establishing and modernizing water infrastructure while forming efficient water management districts to ensure long-term water security.
Implementing strategies that reduce demand on overdrawn groundwater sources and support basin-wide recovery efforts.
Promoting conservation measures, aquifer recharge, and long-term water storage solutions to restore and maintain healthy groundwater levels.
The equivalent of just half a day’s flow from the Columbia River can replace an entire year’s worth of our groundwater pumping, ensuring the long-term viability of our aquifers, our cities, our farms, and our way of life.
Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide: One of many tours hosted by NOWA, bringing legislators and state staff into the field to see water management and agriculture firsthand.