Drinking Water

Water Primer, Part 9: The Kansas Water Budget and Water Footprint

by Danny H. Rogers Kerri Ebert Isaya Kisekka Jonathan Aguilar Philip L. Barnes

MF3210

This publication explains the Kansas portion of the hydrologic cycle and interaction of water supply sources and water-use demands, also called a water budget or water balance. 8-page, color.

Published Date: Aug 2015

Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC): Guidelines for Kansas Farms

by Kerri Ebert Aleksey Y. Sheshukov Peter Tomlinson

MF3388

The Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program established reporting requirements for certain farms related to on-farm oil storage. This publication outlines the reporting requirements. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Sep 2017

Testing Private Water Systems

by James P Murphy et al.

MF3655

This publication helps private water users understand important factors and make critical decisions about the frequency and kind of water tests necessary to provide safe water. 4 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Apr 2024

Private Well Maintenance and Protection

by James P Murphy et al.

MF3666

Publication describes the maintenance required to keep well water safe. Includes checklist. 4 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Apr 2024

Water Primer: Part 5, Water Law

by Kerri Ebert G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers

MF3024

Highlights the main features of water law in Kansas, including common law principles and legislation at the state and federal levels. It includes changes to water law enacted in 2012. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Jan 2013

Water Primer: Part 6, Water Agencies in Kansas

by G. Morgan Powell Kerri Ebert Philip L. Barnes Danny H. Rogers

MF3025

Explains the roles of federal, state, and local governmental agencies with water resource management responsibilities. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Nov 2013

Water Primer, Part 7: Municipal Water Supply

by Kerri Ebert G. Morgan Powell Danny H. Rogers

MF3026

Explains the challenges surrounding municipal water supplies and the many ways the public supply is used. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Dec 2013

Agency Authority and Responsibilities for Water in Kansas

by Daniel W. Kahl Benjamin P. Windholz

MF3110

Explains the various agencies with responsibilities for water use in Kansas. Includes a chart of responsibilities and contact information. 4-page, 2-color.

Published Date: Feb 2014

Water Primer: Part 4, Surface Water

by Danny H. Rogers Kerri Ebert G. Morgan Powell Philip L. Barnes

MF3023

Rivers, tributary streams, lakes, reservoirs, and ponds are typically referred to as surface water. The source is almost all precipitation and runoff. Publication includes maps of runoff, streamflow, and watersheds, and discusses watershed management. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Nov 2012

Water Primer: Part 3, Groundwater

by Danny H. Rogers G. Morgan Powell Kerri Ebert

MF3022

Groundwater is free or unbonded water located beneath the ground surface in an aquifer, a geologic formation containing a sufficient quantity of water that can be removed by pumping. Publication includes diagrams of wells and maps of aquifers. 8 pages, color.

Published Date: Apr 2012

Identification and Management of Blue-green Algae in Farm Ponds

by Larry C. Hollis Carol Blocksome Deon van der Merwe

MF3065

A pond containing a harmful algal bloom may be covered with scum that looks like bright green paint, but other colors are possible. Water may have an unpleasant smell. Harmful algal blooms are serious threats to livestock health and may be fatal. Test suspect water sources to minimize livestock loss and poor animal performance. 4 p.

Published Date: Jul 2012

Waterers and Watering Systems: A Handbook for Livestock Producers and Landowners

by Carol Baldwin et al.

S147

Handbook assists in design of a watering system that fits the budget, site, and livestock needs. Water is provided by a water source, a power source, a pipeline to convey water, and the waterer itself. 173 pages, color.

Revision Date: Apr 2024

Environmental Regulation Guide for Rural Kansans

by Peter Tomlinson et al.

MF2890

Laws and regulations, which may affect landowners, can be confusing. This guide is intended as an introduction to laws and regulations with which landowners may need to comply. It should help the reader identify basic regulatory concepts and find where to go for compliance information. Includes agency contact information. 8-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Jun 2017