USDA Watershed Programs Facts & Figures
This document describes the USDA Watershed Program's history, its current state, and the challenges it faces in the future.
By Larry W. Caldwell
The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive summary of watershed information in one place. It provides brief descriptions and some context for key legislative authorities, technology developments, inventories, and results that track the evolution of the watershed movement over the past seven decades. Hopefully, this document will be helpful for future generations of NRCS staffs, project sponsors, and other stakeholders interested in the watershed program.
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NRCS History Publications
Browse our collection of NRCS historical notes and historical insights.
Learn MoreA Brief History of NRCS
For more than 80 years, the Natural Resources Conservation Service has been a pioneer in conservation, working with landowners, local and state governments, and other federal agencies to maintain healthy and productive working landscapes.
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