Oklahoma State University
Dept of Biosystems &
Ag Engineering
218 Ag Hall
Stillwater, OK 74078

405.744.5653
fax: 405.744.6059
bridger@okstate.edu
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Desired Long-Term Outcomes
  • Meet all TMDLs in surface waters of the watershed


  • Reduce sediment and nutrient loading in all the federal reservoirs of the watershed: Grand Lake (OK), John Redmond Reservoir (KS), Marion Reservoir (KS), and Council Grove Lake (KS)


  • Reduce human health risk by controlling contamination by pathogens and associated indicators in the lake and all rivers, streams, and tributaries in the watershed


  • nhance and/or protect the watershed such that it meets all designated uses, protects endangered species, and preserves threatened ecosystems

Intermediate Outcomes
(Desired Management Changes/Best Practices - 5 to 10-yr timeframe)

  • Implementation of Low impact development/smart growth in the watershed


  • More conservation management systems and structural practices installed on cropland to reduce erosion and sediment yield


  • Implementation of more nutrient management planning and recordkeeping systems for efficient utilization of both commercial and organic fertilizers and manure on pastures and cropland in targeted areas


  • Improved livestock management to reduce overgrazing and direct impacts of livestock on streams (implementation of winter feeding facilities, alternate watering sources, livestock exclusion systems, etc.)


  • Streambank stabilization and riparian area restoration and protection


  • Improved management of stormwater runoff from suburban developments, small towns, and cities, using bioretention cells and other green technologies


  • Updating and improving on-site wastewater treatment for homes, public buildings, and small businesses


  • Installation of vegetative buffer strips and constructed wetlands where appropriate