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Noxious Weed Management

You may have seen the many signs throughout the county and they are in reference to the Jefferson County Weed Control Ordinance (Ordinance No. 0-091-12). In support of this ordinance, North Unit is one of many on the Weed Advisory Committee that seeks to eradicate the spread of invasive and problematic weeds…

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NUID is leading the way in conservation efforts and is pushing the boundaries in all areas of our operations. We have numerous ongoing projects to upgrade the NUID distribution system, including a $39 million pipeline installation and funding for a $76,000 cloud seeding study. For more information on our…

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Water for the project comes from both the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers. Water travels out of Wickiup Reservoir into the Deschutes River, where it is diverted to the North Unit main canal in Bend. From there, the water reaches users via the district’s 65 miles of main canal and 235 miles of laterals.

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Our primary focus: To work together with the community and its partners to protect, enhance and deliver water to its customers in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

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The North Unit Irrigation District is located in the Deschutes River Basin and supplies irrigation water to nearly 59,000 acres of farmland in Jefferson County. North Unit Irrigation District is a quasi-municipality under contract with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. In addition, the District is a part of the…

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Bend Bulletin Article: Disappearing Snowpack

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Oregon Water Caucus Updates

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District Wide Copper Treatment on Wednesday June 10, 2026

North Unit Irrigation District will be conducting a district-wide chemical treatment using Copper Sulfate Crystals on Wednesday, June 10th beginning @ 7:00 am.

If you do not want the treated water…

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Grant Programs Now Open!

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has opened the FY 2026 Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP) and FY 2026 Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP) with approximately $13.84 million available for each…

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Notice of Intent to Use Aquatic Pesticides

The North Unit Irrigation District (NUID) will begin applying aquatic herbicides to its irrigation canals beginning May 2026 and periodically as needed through October 2026.
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2026 Energy Trust of Oregon Incentives Available

Energy Trust of Oregon continues to offer incentives in 2026 that support energy‑efficient upgrades and operational improvements for businesses like yours. Many familiar project types remain eligible…

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2026 Water Allotment & Turn on Date

2026 Water Allotment and Turn on Date

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Important Update: 2026 District Office Hours & Water Order Information

The North Unit Irrigation District Office will no longer be open on weekends during the irrigation season.

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Bend Bulletin Article: Disappearing Snowpack

Oregon Water Caucus Updates

District Wide Copper Treatment on Wednesday June 10, 2026

Grant Programs Now Open!

Notice of Intent to Use Aquatic Pesticides

2026 Energy Trust of Oregon Incentives Available

2026 Water Allotment & Turn on Date

Important Update: 2026 District Office Hours & Water Order Information

43 Pipeline Maps

NUID Project Matrix Update: February 2026

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