Kansas Water Office

Kansas Water Office We are the water planning, policy, coordination, and marketing agency for the state.

The Water Office coordinates the Kansas water planning process in concert with the Kansas Water Authority. The Authority's 24 members include representatives from diverse water use interest groups and leaders of the state's natural resource agencies. Advice on policy development comes from Basin Advisory Committees in each of the state's 12 river basins and other local stakeholders. The Authority,

in turn, advises the Governor and Legislature on water issues to be considered for policy enactment.

Not only do flowers add a welcome pop of color, they are an important part of our state's diverse ecosystem. Whether you...
05/30/2026

Not only do flowers add a welcome pop of color, they are an important part of our state's diverse ecosystem. Whether you have household plants or a wildflower patch, pamper your petals today.

Drought Update:Increase in D1-D4 for Kansas, with more than 450,00 people living in areas affected by drought.
05/29/2026

Drought Update:

Increase in D1-D4 for Kansas, with more than 450,00 people living in areas affected by drought.

The KWO is hosting a Reservoir Sedimentation Summit at the K-State Alumni Center in Manhattan, Kansas, on June 16-17.The...
05/28/2026

The KWO is hosting a Reservoir Sedimentation Summit at the K-State Alumni Center in Manhattan, Kansas, on June 16-17.

The summit will have presentations, breakout sessions, and field experiences that will cover a variety of sedimentation topics, including the Tuttle Creek Lake Water Injection Dredging Demonstration.

The event is free to attend, but registration is required. More info here: https://www.kwo.ks.gov/events-initiatives/sedimentation-summit

Check out this great video about how we're collaborating on the issue of sedimentation in Kansas!
05/27/2026

Check out this great video about how we're collaborating on the issue of sedimentation in Kansas!

Sustaining drinking water and flood control in northeast Kansas

Today, we honor the sacrifice and loss of those who served and died in the military.Today, we remember the brave men and...
05/25/2026

Today, we honor the sacrifice and loss of those who served and died in the military.

Today, we remember the brave men and women who served our country and gave their lives for our freedom.

05/22/2026

Drought so far in 2026.

Total drought impact decreased from last week, but Extreme Drought has increased. Check out our year so far in review.

Should you wash dishes by hand or use a dishwasher?Today's dishwashers save water compared to hand-washing, using as lit...
05/21/2026

Should you wash dishes by hand or use a dishwasher?

Today's dishwashers save water compared to hand-washing, using as little as 3-4 gallons per cycle versus up to 27 gallons to hand-wash with the faucet running continuously.

For the biggest impact:
💧Only run full loads.
💧Avoid pre-rinsing dishes (scrape instead).
💧Use an energy-efficient machine on eco-mode.

Kansas water wells range in depth from 20 to over 400 feet, varying based on location and purpose.
05/19/2026

Kansas water wells range in depth from 20 to over 400 feet, varying based on location and purpose.

Excited for this project that will develop a better understanding of the Ogallala aquifer!
05/18/2026

Excited for this project that will develop a better understanding of the Ogallala aquifer!

The KGS and partners soon will take to the skies above southwest Kansas to develop a better understanding of the Ogallala aquifer. From late May through late July, helicopters towing a large hexagonal frame will perform airborne electromagnetic surveys of parts of Groundwater Management District 3.

Data collected during the flights will help the district develop strategies for use of the aquifer, its principal water resource.

Learn more in our article, linked in the comments.

Address

900 SW Jackson, Ste. 404
Topeka, KS
66612

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17852963185

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