What We Do

Major Activities

• Administer and control all Authority-owned water management infrastructure including Gardiner, Qu'Appelle, Rafferty and Alameda Dams



• Maintain an inventory of the quantity and quality of ground and surface water, and administer the allocation of water



• Regulate and control the flow of water such as rivers, lakes, and reservoirs



• Represent Saskatchewan in interprovincial and international water sharing agreements and other water management discussions



• Approve water works for the maintenance and enhancement of water quality and availability, including approval and dispute resolution for the construction and operation of drainage works



• Provide flood forecasting and identify flood susceptible areas



• Promote the efficient use of water for environmental and socio-economic benefit



• Undertake watershed studies and research and prepare evaluations of the state of watershed resources in the province



• Manage watersheds to meet aquatic ecosystem and fish habitat needs



• Develop and implement watershed protection plans through public consultation and in cooperation with local communities



• Deliver various components of Saskatchewan's Safe Drinking Water Strategy



• Provide assistance for erosion control, maintenance of channels, and maintenance of water control works



• Coordinate implementation of waterfowl conservation programs in accordance with the North American Waterfowl Management Plan including preservation, management and development of breeding habitat