Okabena Ocheda Watershed District
The Okabena-Ocheda Watershed District is committed to preserving and protecting the local environment. With a focus on maintaining the ecological balance and natural resources, we aim to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
About
Minnesota watershed districts are local units of government established to address an area's water related problems. The Okabena-Ocheda Watershed District was formed in 1960 to work on flood control, drainage, pollution and groundwater supply issues. The District's 76 square miles includes agricultural land, urban land, rural residences, wildlife areas, lakes, streams, wetlands and drainage ditches.
Project
During the district's first twenty-five years, activities focused on flood control, establishing public drainage projects, regulating private drainage, diverting water to maintain lake levels and protecting and enhancing Worthington's water supply. Constructing the Stateline Dam was the district's most ambitious project during this period. The project was multi-purpose, creating the Lake Bella reservoir to recharge the Ocheyedan aquifer, protecting downstream farmland from flooding and creating the Lake Bella Park recreation area.
Board Meetings
Our Regular Board Meetings are on the first Wednesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in the Nobles County Public Works Facility, 960 Diagonal Road, Worthington, MN 56187. Meetings are open to the Public.
Board MeetingAgendas are mailed and posted here about one week before the meeting date.