Welcome to the Allen Soil & Water Conservation District!
The mission of the Allen Soil and Water Conservation District is to promote the wise use, improvement and maintenance of the soil, water and other natural resources in Allen County.
Upcoming Events:
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April 25
May 8 May 14 April 15 |
Ottawa River Cleanup - 9:00am | American Red Cross, 610 S. Collett Street
Deadline to order from Fish Fingerling Sale Fish Pickup Board Meeting - 7:00pm | ASWCD Office, 1601 E. 4th Street |
District Services and Programs
Water Management Systems and Erosion Control Practices
ASWCD will survey, design, and draw plans of water management systems and erosion control practices such as: grassed waterways, erosion control structures, water and sediment control basins, surface drainage, filter strips, animal waste storage facilities, and windbreaks. Consultative assistance is also provided for subsurface drainage. >Drainage Program >Field Windbreak Program >Pond Design |
Natural Resources Review Program
The Natural Resources Review Program evaluates properties with the primary goal of minimizing the negative effects from development to the property and neighboring land. Ideally a review is conducted prior to a zoning permit being issued or approved. >Natural Resources Review Program >Submit a Request |
Education Programs
ASWCD offers school programs, slide presentations, tours, field days, pond clinics, woodland clinics, ect. to the public at no cost. School programs have been correlated with Ohio Academic Content Standards. All programs need to be scheduled with ASWCD. >Education Programs >Classroom Programs Brochure |
Current Features
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Learn more about the 10 best management practices being championed by Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Agriculture regarding phosphorus reduction in the Western Lake Erie Basin. Further details will be released in the spring. Learn more at the H2Ohio website.
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The longest cascading waterway in Ohio is being constructed right here in Allen County. Learn more about how this best management practice is helping farmers manage water on their land by clicking here.
The City of Lima 2020 Tree Rebate Program
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The City of Lima is offering a 50% rebate for the purchase and professional installation of trees within the city's limits. For more information click on the link to the right.
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Maximize Yields and Improve Water Quality
Learn about several different Ag BMPs from The Ohio State University Extension to maximize yield and improve water quality. Click HERE to visit their website.
Nutrient Management App
If you have a smart phone, there is an App called OnMRK to help you with Nutrient Management Record Keeping. Download the App in the Google Play Store for Android, or iTunes for Apple users. Go to www.onmrk.com to register your account.
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Check out the Ottawa River Coalition's video spotlighting their many community partners, including ASWCD!
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Tree Seedlings for Students
All Allen County 3rd graders received Norway Spruce seedlings and all 1st graders received Pin Oak seedlings in April.
The video below demonstrates how to plant and care for the new trees.
Enjoy!
All Allen County 3rd graders received Norway Spruce seedlings and all 1st graders received Pin Oak seedlings in April.
The video below demonstrates how to plant and care for the new trees.
Enjoy!
