Anyone
irrigating over 5 acres either from a single
water right or in combination with other water
rights from
a
shared diversion point (water rights combined
equal over 5 acres), will be required to have in
place a measuring and
controlling
device
by irrigation season 2021. Measuring devices
will be required going forward from 2022.
If
you require a variance or extension of time to
this order, click on
"Request
for Variance or Extension of Time Requrement to
Measure Surface Water Diversion" to download
the form. Print it,
then follow the instructions to fill it out and
mail it in.
IDWR
Approved Flow Meters https://idwr.idaho.gov/files/water-measurement/approved-flow-meter-list.pdf.
A
good source for flumes and weirs is IEI out
of Logan, UT. A good source for headgates
and corrigated pipe is Silver
Creek Supply (Hal or Paul)
out of Pocatello, ID. A good source for the installation
of in-line
flow
meters
is Pumpco out
of American Falls, ID. A good source for
pipe, meters and fittings is Pipeco on
Poleline Road in Pocatello, ID. A reasonably
priced licensed electrician is
Steve Thompson (208) 840-0798. These
companies
and individuals have expertise with these
devices respectively,
but are listed here only as suggested sources
for
installation and/or purchase of the associated
parts and material. There are other companies
and individuals as well; however,
make sure that they are aware of
and can meet the specifications and requirements
of the Idaho Department of Water Resources
with their products and services. For
information
on requirements,
specifications and approved devices
from
IDWR,
click on "Measurement" or
the Measurement button at the top of this page.
