CROSS County L’Anguille River Watershed water quality project

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CROSS County L’Anguille River Watershed water quality project Oct 1, 2015-Sept 30, 2018

SUMMARY OF FUNDS The LRWP 15-700 is made possible by grants that are provided by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), secured funding from Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC) and non-federal funds or landowner match.

Funds provided for the District to be used for implementation of the project. $ 98,000 Federal funds $112,500 Non-Federal funds. $210,500.00 Project total

Project Location The Cross County-L’Anguille River Watershed WATER QUALITY PROJECT Is on the East side of Arkansas within Cross County.

LRW Project Area Map

Project Goals/Objectives: Target ongoing problem of sedimentation from agricultural lands. Improve water quality within Cross County lands Promote and encourage implementation of the Best Management Practices

Project Promotion and Publicity Broadcast on local radio (radio spots and live radio) Publish in local newspaper Publish in District newsletters The project is publicized according to requirements as set by the agreement. Important to have a successful project.

Project Planning Review location maps with participants Develop conservation plans Complete cost share agreements with participants Partner with NRCS for technical assistance

Measure of Success The project is deemed a success if the best management practices (BMPs) are implemented on at least 20 farms. BMPs approved for 26 farms, with over half of the practices implemented or currently being installed.

Structure for Water Control

Water Control Structures Landowners Insert boards to control water. Stopping erosion and keeping the top soil in the field. Landowners can control the water level in the field as well as control the flow of water coming from the field.

Front view of Water Control Structure

Irrigation Pipeline Flow meter process to Determine size of pipeline To be used.

Irrigation Pipeline Used to convey water for water conservation and improve water use efficiency. Underground Irrigation Pipeline being installed.

Irrigation Pipeline Covered underground pipe with riser

Irrigation Pipeline, completed phase --view of well and pump

Cover Crops , Moisture Retention

Tillage radish that was pulled. COVER CROP

Ultimate Goal protect soil…… and water

Acknowledgments Cross County Conservation would like to acknowledge and commend the following: EPA – for making project funds available and possible. ANRC, Tony Ramick, Grants Manager ANRC, Robbie Alberson, Program Coordinator ANRC, Steve Stake, Program Coordinator NRCS for technical assistance Landowners- stewardship of our lands