Washington County Soil & Water Conservation District
Protecting Our Natural Resources
Washington County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a unique unit of local government that was founded in 1945. Our mission is to assist agricultural producers, rural landowners and municipalities with the management, conservation and best use of our natural resources. Our highest priorities are to protect the County’s soil and water resources while maintaining the viability of agriculture as a preferred land use.
Request For Assistance:
The District is happy to provide landowners and municpalities with technical assistance and answer questions! Click below to get our Request For Assistance form.
Board Meetings
See what SWCD is up to by checking out our quarterly newsletter! Read articles written by SWCD staff highlighting our various programs and projects!
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Announcements:
2025 Tree & Shrub Sale order form is now live!
Invasive Golden Clam Found in South Bay Lake Champlain
In October, SWCD Technician found invasive Golden clam in Lake Champlain at the South Bay State Boat Launch in Whitehall, NY. Washington County SWCD has been conducting invasive species surveys for the Lake Champlain Committee, during which the invasive clam was discovered.
Water Testing Labs List & Dept. of Health Information Sheet
While the Washington County SWCD is very interested in water quality, we are not certified to test water and do not have a water testing lab. If a person has concerns regarding their water source(s), we have a list of NYS Certified Labs for water testing or we recommend they contact the Department of Health regarding specific water quality concerns. Please see the fact sheet with contact information on bottom of second page for Dept. of Health.
Upcoming Events!
Water Quality Coordinating Committee Meeting!
Our next WQCC Meeting is May 14th, 2025 at 1:30PM.
Location: Greenwich Public Library
Lower Level Meeting Room
148 Main Street,
Greenwich, NY 12834
If you would like more information, please email Ashley at Ashley.Leemans@ny.nacdnet.net.