News Updates
Job Opening - Communications Director
July 22, 2010
Garrison Diversion Conservancy District in Carrington, ND, is accepting applications for a Communications Director.
MRRIC Unites Upstream, Downstream, Tribal Interests
July 22, 2010
ND Water Magazine - David Shorr of Missouri is well aware of the tension that has been present between upstream and downstream Missouri River states for more than 60 years. He knows that upstream states like North Dakota don’t often speak kindly when referring to downstream states like Missouri, and vise versa. But, for a few days each year, he can laugh about it. “My name is David Shorr,” he says ominously, “and I am an evil downstreamer.”
GDU Principal Supply Works, Part II
July 7, 2010
ND Water Magazine - This is the second part of a two-part series on the Garrison Diversion Unit (GDU) Principal Supply Works. The GDU Principal Supply Works provide many benefits including recreation facilities, water for irrigation, and dedicated wildlife areas.
Red River Valley Water Supply Project Request for Statement of Qualifications & Preliminary Proposal
June 11, 2010
The Garrison Diversion Conservancy District (GDCD) is currently requesting Statements of Qualifications and Preliminary Proposals (SOQ/PP) from firms to provide value engineering for the design of the Red River Valley Water Supply Project Pipeline Preliminary Design Report and the Project Operational Plan.
GDU Principal Supply Works Provide Benefits to Many
May 25, 2010
ND Water Magazine - The Garrison Diversion Unit (GDU) Principal Supply Works provides many benefits to those who live in North Dakota. Recreation facilities are developed and enhanced to provide enjoyment and to accommodate many interests. Irrigation is being utilized, providing water for farm operations. Dedicated wildlife areas provide abundant fishing and hunting opportunities.
ND Water Education Summer Water Tours Announced
April 22, 2010
Summer Water Tours Announced - The 2010 water tours offer a firsthand look at North Dakota’s critical water issues. Water supply and quality, environmental restoration, fish and wildlife, flood management, water conservation and more are illustrated and addressed by a wide variety of speakers representing different viewpoints during these one-day tours.
2009 - A Year in Review
March 23, 2010
ND Water Magazine - The Garrison Diversion Conservancy District (Garrison Diversion) has been at the forefront of many changes over the past five decades; however, one thing that remains unchanged is the continual support Garrison Diversion provides to North Dakota.
Garrison Diversion Board of Directors Elects Three Members to Serve on Executive Committee
January 29, 2010
News Release – The Garrison Diversion Conservancy District (Garrison Diversion) Board of Directors recently elected three members to serve on its Executive Committee. Elected were Jim Burbidge, Renville County Director; Dr. Bill Krivarchka, Traill County Director; and Thomas Olson, Stutsman County Director.
Garrison Diversion O&M Maintained Busy Schedule in 2009
January 18, 2010
ND Water Magazine - The term workhorse is a fitting word to describe Garrison Diversion’s Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team, considering the long list of duties it performs on a regular basis. A skilled and diversified O&M staff is employed by the Garrison Diversion Conservancy District, many who specialize in several areas as well as two professional engineers on staff that direct and oversee projects.
Garrison Diversion Continues to Move Forward on Red River Valley Water Supply Project
December 17, 2009
ND Water Magazine - The Garrison Diversion Conservancy District (Garrison Diversion) works diligently to fulfill its mission of providing a reliable, high-quality, and affordable water supply to benefit the people of North Dakota. Part of this effort has been focused on the Red River Valley Water Supply Project (Project); a project designed to bring a much-needed supplemental water supply to eastern North Dakota.
State of North Dakota and Tribes Make Joint Trip to Washington, DC
December 16, 2009
News Release - State leaders and members from North Dakota’s tribes recently traveled to Washington, DC, to meet with the North Dakota Congressional Delegation to discuss water supply projects funded through the Garrison Diversion Unit Municipal, Rural and Industrial Program (MR&I).
Garrison Diversion Funds Drought Contingency, Water Conservation plans as part of RRVWSP
November 13, 2009
ND Water Magazine - It’s hard to imagine a drought may be looming in the Red River Valley just a few short months after historic flooding plagued the area, but as anyone who lived through the “Dirty 30s” knows, the weather can change with little or no warning, and the valley could be in the midst of a serious drought.
Garrison Diversion Receives Award for Flood Fighting Efforts
October 13, 2009
ND Water Magazine - The Flood of 2009 will be remembered by North Dakotans for many years to come, as record flood levels were recorded across the state.
Top O’ the Day Tee-Off Boasts Record Number of Golfers
September 14, 2009
ND Water Magazine - Carrington’s CrossRoads Golf Course was bustling with activity on Aug. 17, when 122 golfers gathered to participate in the sixth annual Dushinske-Jamison Top O’ the Day Tee-Off Scholarship Golf Scramble.
Garrison Diversion Conservancy District Continues to Assist with Flood Fight at Jamestown Dam
May 12, 2009
News Release - Garrison Diversion Operations and Maintenance employees from Carrington and McClusky continue to assist with the flood fighting efforts at Jamestown Dam.
CARRINGTON - Garrison Diversion Awards Matching Recreation Grants
May 7, 2009
At their semi-annual meeting held April 30, 2009, the Garrison Diversion Recreation Committee awarded a total of $137,261 in matching recreation grants. Eleven applicants received grant approval for their recreational projects, which varied from improving parks and campsites to building a learning center.
CARRINGTON, ND - Garrison Diversion Conservancy District elects new Chairman
January 27, 2009
The Garrison Diversion Conservancy District board of directors elected a new Chairman at the January board meeting, as well as a new Vice Chairman and Second Vice Chairman