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The upper reach of the Deschutes River running from Little Lava Lake to Bend.
A tributary of the Deschutes River flowing through Prineville to Lake Billy Chinook.
A tributary of the Crooked River flowing out of the Ochoco Mountains.
A tributary of the Deschutes River below the Pelton Round Butte dam complex
A tributary of the Deschutes River flowing through Sisters joining the Deschutes just above Lake Billy Chinook.
The middle reach of the Deschutes River flowing from Bend to Lake Billy Chinook.
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Oregon water regulators face contempt of court for failing to comply with irrigation settlement deal, Court of Appeals rules.
Discover how the lack of funding is hindering crucial improvements in irrigation systems. Find out why hundreds of millions are needed for necessary upgrades.
The rain in Bend helped clear wildfire smoke, but air quality remains "unhealthy for sensitive groups." Stay informed for your health.
Stay informed about the ongoing drought as summer ends. Find out how it's impacting our environment and what you can do to help conserve water.
Discover how irrigation canals transformed dry land into fertile farmland, while also altering the natural flow of the Deschutes River.
Solve Jefferson County farmers' water woes by pumping water from Lake Billy Chinook. Bailey, manager of North Unit Irrigation District, has the solution.
Learn how a piping project by Central Oregon Irrigation District will save 30 cubic feet per second, or 10,000-acre feet of water, benefiting Jefferson County farmers.
Stay informed on the drought's impact on Central Oregon irrigators with The Bulletin. Show support for those with junior water rights and the agriculture businesses affected.
Discover how Yakima River Basin reservoirs in Washington are defying drought and heat, holding more water than usual. Bureau of Reclamation officials share updates.
Stay updated on the latest developments of the proposed resort with this hearing, part of a 16-year journey towards approval.
Farmers and ranchers face uncertainty as they worry about crops drying up and finding enough hay to sustain livestock through fall and winter.
Conservation and fishing groups urge halt to recreational steelhead fishing in Columbia Basin this fall to protect dwindling numbers.
Experts warn that Oregon's resilience to drought is decreasing due to fewer seasons of abundant rain and snow, hindering its ability to recover from hot and dry conditions.
Experience the thrill of surfing as the sun sets with friends, but be prepared for a change in the familiar waves you've been riding all summer.
North Unit Irrigation District drastically reduced water flow, cutting off supply to patrons. Stay updated on the situation.
Discover why more farmers and ranchers are turning to underground water sources for irrigation this year, due to a lack of water from nearby lakes.
Discover the impact of Wickiup Reservoir running out of storage water for the third time in four years. Learn more about the consequences and potential solutions.
Madras farmer JoHanna Symons faces water shortage for cattle feedlot, risking farm loss. Rising hay prices add to challenges.
Sen. Ron Wyden announces federal funding for wildfire mitigation, drought support, water systems, and broadband in Central Oregon.
Discover the resilience of Opal Springs water in Jefferson County, where despite drought conditions, the aquifer continues to gush forth, providing a pristine source for reservoirs and irrigators.
Farming community in Jefferson County calls for amendments to protect Oregon spotted frog and bull trout as water runs out on farms.
Discover the impact of punishing drought conditions in Oregon and the Western US. Learn how communities are coping with water scarcity.
Stay informed with The Bulletin as they tackle water resource policy and river habitat conservation. However, be wary of their pro-pipeline propaganda pieces.
Deschutes County Commission invests $1.5 million in federal funds to improve irrigation systems, boosting efficiency and sustainability.
