For 2023, the district mailed out water use summary reports to water users – presenting them with a visual of how much water they’ve used over the past several years (2013-2022), in hopes that our users can be more water conscious for the future. The report displays the usage in acre inches (calculated based on flowmeter beginning and ending readings) and inches per acre (acre inches ÷ total number of certified acres). Although our board has not issued any allocation restrictions for 2024, this report provides a basis should such an event occur.

Reminder, water use reports are due December 1.

Visit https://www.upperbigblue.org/reporting to access the reporting portal. There you will also find answers to frequently asked questions as well as video tutorials. If you have any questions, please contact Amanda, Water Data Specialist, at wateruse@upperbigblue.org or call (402) 362-6601.

Producer Surveys

Operators of wells within our Groundwater Monitoring Well Network should have received a land practice survey along with their nitrate results this year. The purpose of this survey is to help us understand what is going on at the land surface as it directly relates to the quality of the groundwater. The survey focuses on nitrogen application, as well as irrigation usage. Operators should expect to receive this survey annually for the next few years. This survey will not be used to single anyone out over their land practices. Paper copies of the survey can be sent back to our office, or they can be filled out online. To unlock the survey, you will need to know your well registration number (found on your results letter).