Saving Water Matters

Explore our Story Map to learn how water quality and water quantity are both essential to the SVRP Aquifer, Spokane River, and our quality of life. Want to become a Water Nerd? The Aquifer Atlases and videos are filled with amazing facts and details about the river and aquifer.

In the summer months as we are pumping more water from the aquifer to water our lawns, the Spokane river flow is at its lowest. It is during this time that the river needs water the most to maintain a healthy environment for fish, wildlife, and recreation. It takes all of us doing our part to protect our aquifer and river by using water wisely and finding ways to reduce water waste.