Drought

An overview of key steps in drought preparedness. This document summarizes essential actions like drought stages, triggers, conservation measures, and communication strategies.

A guide for calculating the water needs of landscapes to optimize irrigation practices. It provides a methodology for estimating the amount of water required based on factors such as local climate, plant types, soil conditions, and irrigation system efficiency. The guide explains how to use reference evapotranspiration data (ET), adjust for specific site conditions, and apply water efficiency measures to reduce over-irrigation. This resource is aimed at water managers, landscapers, and property owners who seek to conserve water while maintaining healthy landscapes, particularly in areas prone to drought or water scarcity.

Provides a framework for helping communities recover from drought and build long-term resilience against future droughts. It offers guidance on assessing the impacts of drought, restoring water systems, and implementing recovery strategies. Key topics include evaluating damages, securing funding for recovery, and promoting sustainable water management practices. Additionally, the guide highlights the importance of community engagement, collaboration with local and regional partners, and fostering adaptive strategies to minimize the effects of future droughts. This resource is designed to help communities emerge stronger and better prepared for future drought events.

A guide for communities to proactively address the challenges of drought. It focuses on building resilience and readiness by encouraging early planning and action. The guide outlines essential steps such as assessing drought risks, identifying vulnerable areas, and developing conservation strategies to reduce water demand. It also emphasizes the importance of long-term water management, public awareness campaigns, and collaboration with regional and state agencies. By following this resource, communities can strengthen their capacity to manage droughts effectively and safeguard water supplies.

structured framework designed to guide public agencies and consumers in managing water resources during periods of drought. It is organized into four phases, each representing different drought stages based on the percentage of water shortage.

This document is a template for a drought contingency plan for a tribal public water system. The template covers a broad list of sections and topics with the aim of being applicable for a majority of the water systems. Because tribal water systems vary throughout the state (e.g. in complexity, water source, number of customers, etc.), it is recommended that the tribe edit and modify the template to best fit their specific situation and context, and only include those sections that are necessary.

A comprehensive guide on developing effective strategies for managing water resources during drought conditions. It provides a detailed framework for creating contingency plans that communities can implement to mitigate the impacts of water shortages. Key topics include assessing water supply vulnerabilities, establishing trigger points for action, and outlining response measures to preserve water availability. Additionally, it covers public communication strategies and coordination with local and state authorities to ensure a timely and efficient response during periods of drought. The guide aims to help water utilities and stakeholders enhance their preparedness and resilience.