Water Resource District

The State Water Commission consists of the Governor as chairman, the Commissioner of Agriculture as an ex-officio member, and seven members appointed by the Governor who provide regional representation.

The State Water Commission has the authority to investigate, plan, construct, and develop water-related projects, and serves as a mechanism to financially support those efforts throughout North Dakota.

State Goals

To regulate the use of water resources for the future welfare and prosperity of the people of North Dakota.
To develop water resources for the future welfare and prosperity of the people of North Dakota.
To manage water resources for the future welfare and prosperity of the people of North Dakota.
To educate the public regarding the nature and occurrence of North Dakota’s water resources.
To collect, manage, and distribute information to facilitate improved management of North Dakota’s water resources.
To conduct research into the processes affecting the hydro-logic cycle to improve the management of North Dakota’s water resources.

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Address

204 5th Avenue West
P.O. Box 3888
Lisbon, ND 58054

Main (701) 683-5920
Fax: (701) 683-3259
rcwrd@drtel.net

Office Hours

Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Holidays and Closings information

Useful Information

Dead Colt Creek Campground

Peter Christiansen, Park Supervisor
701-683-5920

Monthly rates $350.00

Nightly rates:
– $20 for campers
– $10 for tents
First come first serve.

Pavilion building available for reservations at $100.00 a day.