Tumalo Irrigation District

06-23-26: Unfortunately, water supply conditions have deteriorated to the point that the District can no longer maintain full deliveries to all patrons simultaneously. To stretch the available supply and provide the greatest benefit to the largest number of water users, TID will be implementing a district-wide rotation schedule. This is not a decision we make lightly. Staff have exhausted operational adjustments and conservation measures to delay rotation as long as possible. The rotation is intended to share the impacts of the drought as fairly as possible across the District while preserving our ability to continue delivering water throughout the season. Patrons have been assigned to either Rotation 1 (Piped) or Rotation 2 (Not Piped/Open Ditch) and will receive water according to the established rotation assignment.

Rotation 1 patrons (Piped) will begin receiving water on Wednesday the 24th  and will remain on until Monday the 29th (Rotation 2 patrons will be shut OFF) .  Water for Rotation 2 patrons (Not Piped/Open Ditch) will be started on Monday the 29th when their delivery period begins. The rotation assignments are shown on the District's published rotation schedule.  Switch-over will occur every Monday morning, for a 7 day ON, 7 day OFF rotation. Rotation will continue to the end of the season.

The District recognizes the challenges that rotational deliveries create for agricultural operations and appreciates the cooperation and flexibility of our patrons. Staff will continue to closely monitor streamflow’s, reservoir conditions, weather forecasts, and system demands. Should conditions improve, the District will reevaluate the need for rotation and adjust operations accordingly. Patrons are encouraged to use water efficiently and contact the District office with any questions regarding their assigned rotation schedule.

We understand the challenges for our patrons and appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work through one of the most difficult water years in recent history.

 

ROTATION 1:

 ROTATION 2: