• serve the residents of the District
  • wisely and judiciously managing water resources
  • sustaining and enhancing social, economic, natural resources

Current River Levels

Current Conditions
Sand Hill River near Climax, Minnesota (Source: USGS and NWS)

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Calendar

The district posts meetings, conferences and happenings on their web-site. Click here to view our complete calendar of events for notices of public information and events.

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Welcome!

Located in the center of the Red River Watershed in Northwest Minnesota, the Sand Hill River Watershed is one of the 10 major watershed in the Red River Basin.

As you navigate our website, you will find valuable resources such as our monthly minutes, riverwatch data, project team agendas or just simply download a ditching permit. This website has been carefully organized to suit your needs; the information you are searching for can be easily found using the menu bar located above.


  • UPCOMING MEETINGS

    The Sand Hill River Watershed District board of Managers will meet meet at 3 PM, on December 11, 2023 for their regular business meeting at the district office - 219 North Mill Street - Fertile, MN. The annual district Christmas Party will follow the meeting at the Erickson's Smokehouse. The agenda can be found here.

  • New Mission Statement

    “The mission of the Sand Hill River Watershed District (SHRWD) is to serve the residents of the District by wisely and judiciously managing water resources in a manner which sustains and enhances the local community and economic resources while being mindful of the natural resources of the District.”

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  • One Watershed One Plan!

    One Watershed One Plan Public Hearing: The draft plan for the Sand Hill River One Watershed, One Plan is scheduled for 11:15 a.m. Monday, November 20th 2023, at the Sand Hill River Watershed District located at 219 N Mill Street, Fertile, MN. Click here for more information.