What can you do to help?
Learn about water in the Deschutes Basin and the issues facing our rivers and streams
Partners are working in the basin to secure sufficient water supply to meet current and future water needs for rivers, agriculture, and cities.
There's a lot of work to do, but if we work together, we can create a more resilient future for Central Oregon's rivers and streams. In 2020, the Deschutes Basin Water Collaborative (DBWC) was formed by 40 diverse members who are working together to balance water use between human and ecological needs.
Resources for Individuals
- 7 Tips for Conserving Water at Home
- How to Save Water Inside and Outside Your Home
- Where Does City of Bend Water Come From?
- City of Bend Drought Information and Preparedness
- Register for the City of Bend's WaterSmart Program
- Snotel Current Snow Water Equivalent (Snowpack Report)
- Current Basin Streamflow Rates & Reservoir Levels

Partners are working in the basin to secure sufficient water supply to meet current and future water needs for rivers, agriculture, and cities.
There's a lot of work to do, but if we work together, we can create a more resilient future for Central Oregon's rivers and streams. In 2020, the Deschutes Basin Water Collaborative (DBWC) was formed by 40 diverse members who are working together to balance water use between human and ecological needs.
Resources for Individuals
- 7 Tips for Conserving Water at Home
- How to Save Water Inside and Outside Your Home
- Where Does City of Bend Water Come From?
- City of Bend Drought Information and Preparedness
- Register for the City of Bend's WaterSmart Program
- Snotel Current Snow Water Equivalent (Snowpack Report)
- Current Basin Streamflow Rates & Reservoir Levels
