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Irrigation Efficiency

Resources for Irrigation Efficiency

As you start to determine what areas of your irrigation system you can improve, you may want to consider applying for funding from a variety of sources. If you are approved for both of the following programs, it is possible to have up to 90% of your irrigation project financed!

NRCS Funding

  • All applications for this program must be received by September 30th, 2026
  • Contact one of the following people to have your information processed, start an application, and schedule a site visit to work on a conservation plan

Plan Utah Water Optimization Programspace

  • Brian Christensen (Water Optimization Assistant Program Manager: Field Operations and Reporting; Statewide) Phone: 435-494-9760 Email: bchristensen2@utah.gov
  • Hannah Freeze (WOP Manager) Phone: 435-764-6258 Email: hfreeze@utah.gov

Ogden Office

  • Parker Wayment (Resource Coordinator) Office: 801-629-0575 Cell: 385-867-0123 email: pwayment@utah.gov
  • Ben Law (Water Optimization Planner) Phone: 385-622-3461 Email: blaw@utah.gov

Cache County Office

  • Nick Coffey (Water Optimization Planner) Phone: 385-228-7163 Email: ncoffey@utah.com

Water Optimization Grant

  • The application for the 2025 period closed on February 28, 2025 . If you you’re interested in applying for the 2026 grant, fill out this form
  • You need a pre-consultation with the Division of Water Rights before applying
  • You may find information for how to apply using this link. 

Division of Water Rights Contacts