Conservation districts (CDs) work locally to fulfill the state's policy to conserve soil, water, and other natural resources of the state. The Flathead Conservation District (FCD) covers all areas within the county boundaries except within the original (1945) city limits of Kalispell and Columbia Falls. Read More...
310 Stream Permits
Montana ’s Natural Streambed and Land Preservation Act, also known as the 310 Law, is a state law which requires that any person planning to work in or near a perennial stream or river on private or public land must first obtain a 310 Permit from the local conservation district.
"Estimating Boat-Wake-Induced Levee Erosion using Sediment Suspension
Measurements," by Bernard O. Bauer, Mark S. Lorang and Douglas J.
Sherman, Journal of Waterway, Port, Coasta...
Conservation Information For:
Small Acreage Owners Protecting Streams, Wildlife Habitat, Small Farm Agriculture, Wildlife HELP!
This spring we have an average snowpack in the mountains but a very cool spring has delayed melting of the snow, increasing our chances for flooding. Water is powerful! If you live or travel across a floodplain, be prepared! If you need to evacuate, take pets with you. Don't tie up livestock. Look at the links included to get more information.
These links contain helpful information on how to prepare yourself to protect your family and property from damage during a flood.
Flathead Conservation District