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Western Dakota Regional Water System seeks feasibility study funding; county urged to support multi‑county plan

5077867 · June 26, 2025
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Western Dakota Regional Water System representatives said they have 45 members and are seeking federal feasibility study support. The group is pursuing both a Bureau of Reclamation feasibility study and federal legislation to revive a previously sunset program; county support would advance multi‑county water planning.

Kristen Tonzett, representing Western Dakota Regional Water System, told the board the organization has recruited three more members and now lists 45 signatory communities and entities. Tonzett said the group is pursuing a two‑track approach to progress: (1) secure a Bureau of Reclamation feasibility study that would comprehensively evaluate options to bring Missouri River water to the region, and…

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