Water Management Roles and Responsibilities

The video provides an overview of water management in Montana, highlighting the roles of various federal, state, and local agencies. It explains the importance of managing water resources to prevent contamination and ensure availability. The video also discusses opportunities for community involvement in water management efforts.

What factors influence how water is managed in Montana?

• The color of the water

• The intended use and legal issues

• The temperature of the water

• The number of fish in the water

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for flood control and operates federally owned dams?

• US Geological Survey

• Natural Resource Conservation Service

• Environmental Protection Agency

• Army Corps of Engineers

What is the role of the US Geological Survey in water management?

• Issuing fishing permits

• Enforcing water quality laws

• Conducting studies on water health and quality

• Managing local irrigation systems

Which state agency in Montana is responsible for protecting fisheries and fish habitats?

• Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology

• Montana Department of Environmental Quality

• Department of Natural Resources and Conservation

• Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks

What does the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) do?

• Operates federally owned dams

• Conducts geological surveys

• Issues permits and enforces water quality laws

• Manages local irrigation systems

What is the role of conservation districts in local water management?

• They manage local water problems and educate landowners

• They issue fishing permits

• They operate federal dams

• They conduct geological surveys

Who ensures that daily water use is equal to the users' water rights?

• Federal agencies

• State agencies

• Local government officials

• Water commissioners

What is one way individuals can get involved in water management in their area?

• Issue water permits

• Operate a federal dam

• Conduct geological surveys

• Become a stream team volunteer

Why is Montana's water considered key for the state and beyond?

• It is part of larger watersheds and supports power, agriculture, and recreation

• It is the only source of water in the US

• It is used exclusively for fishing

• It is the cleanest water in the world

What happens to substances on your lawn or street in relation to local water bodies?

• They are filtered by the grass

• They end up in your local river

• They are absorbed by the soil

• They evaporate into the air