Irrigation Efficiency

Presentation: Improving Your Irrigation System

Presented by the APWC in partnership with the Jackson SWCD. This presentation was split into two segments, the links and an outline with timeline information will help you navigate the presentations.

Part 1: Irrigation Efficiency - Delivery (1h 26m) - Watch It Here

  • Welcome/Introduction to Jackson SWCD

  • Irrigation Ditch Improvement Goals (Benefits & Issues) (~4m)

  • Ditch Improvement Options (Lining & Piping) (~19m)

  • Importance of Proper Installation (~40m)

  • Grants (~42m)

  • Common Questions (~58m)

  • Next Steps for Steps for Ditch Improvements (~1h9m)

Part 2: Irrigation Efficiency - On Farm (56m) - Watch It Here

  • On-Farm Irrigation Overview & Improvement Options (0m)

  • Irrigation Systems (~1m)

  • Field Characteristics (~2m)

  • Irrigation Types (~5m)

    • ​Flood Irrigation

    • Pressurized Irrigation Types

  • Irrigation Costs (~52m)

  • Improvement Options (~53m)

  • Contact Info, Questions & Discussion

You can access a PDF copy of the presentation slides here.

Questions About Irrigation Efficiency

What is irrigation efficiency?
Efficient use of water for beneficial purpose without waste.

Why is irrigation efficiency important?
There are social, economic and environmental benefits to improving irrigation delivery and on-farm practices.

How do I gather more information about irrigation efficiency?
The APWC, Jackson Soil & Water Conservation District, Two Rivers Soil & Water Conservation District and Oregon Water Resources Department are located in both Jackson and Josephine Counties and can help you gather more information about irrigation efficiency projects.

The 2 video links above will provide you with some basic information.

  • The videos are a presentation given by Paul DeMaggio, P.E., CIS, CAIS, the Jackson SWCD Soil & Water Conservation Engineer on 2/10/2022 at the Applegate River Lodge.

  • We did our best to make this a sharable presentation and hope that you will gain information that you did not previously have prior to viewing/listening to the presentation.

  • If you have any questions you can contact us or the other professionals listed above.