Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition - Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition

In non-election years IWUA will host a state-wide Legislative Water College on a rotating basis around the state. This year’s college will start with dinner on August 28 and end by noon on August 30. There will be a good discussion of the SWC / IGWA water call issues as well as showcasing infrastructure in the Magic Valley, including Milner and Minidoka Dams. While primarily designed for legislators others involved with this key issue are encouraged to attend. Click here to register or view the agenda.

Coalition Board Meetings

With the other meetings going on we have canceled the August Coalition Board meeting. Our next Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition Board meeting will be September 7 in the Blackfoot City Council Chambers at 11:30. As we will have a lot to catch up on, please plan on staying until 1:30. All Coalition members are welcome to attend.

Industry Partner Letter

by Bingham Ground Water District Board | 05/23/2023

RE: A Balanced Approach for Long-term Resiliency and Prosperity

by Representative Young, Representative Cannon, and Senator VanOrden | 05/19/2023

Response to Lt. Gov. Bedke's interview concerning IDWR’s recent Methodology Order

by Roger Warner

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About This Site

Thank you for visiting. To learn more about water related issues we face in Eastern Idaho, please visit our Idaho Water News page. If you wish to have a part in preserving our precious resources, please visit our Get Involved page.

Strategic Priorities for 2023

Conduct water education for legislators regarding SWC / IGWA agreement and ESPA Groundwater Management Area plans
Monitor and participate in the ESPA Groundwater Management Area process
Continue to fund an expert to participate on the ESPA Aquifer Modeling Committee
Help non-city municipal water providers find a better path to be a part of the SWC agreement and ESPA GMA
Update and utilize the Coalition’s website

EIWRC Mission Statement

The Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition understands the vital importance of water to Eastern Idaho's economy now and in the future. The coalition provides a strong and unified voice to protect water rights critical for economic growth in Eastern Idaho and promotes discussion and ideas that will best enhance the utilization of water for future economic development.

Contact the EIWRC

Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition c/o Keith EsplinP.O. Box 500
Island Park, ID 83429

Financial Disclosure

The Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition was formed and registered in 2007 in the State of Idaho as non-profit, tax-exempt corporation. A similar designation under Section 501©(3) of the IRS code is pending. A letter verifying the tax-exempt status of the EIWRC can be obtained by contacting us at: Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition, c/o Keith Esplin, 593 East 5th South, Rexburg, ID 83440. Financial summary information for the Eastern Idaho Water Rights Coalition is contained in its annual report.