The Kentucky Watershed Management Framework is a dynamic, flexible structure for coordinating watershed management across the commonwealth of Kentucky.

The Watershed Management Framework is not a new program, but rather a way of coordinating existing programs and building new partnerships that will result in more effective and efficient management of the state's land and water resources. Inherent in the design of the framework is the belief that many stakeholder groups and individuals must have ongoing opportunities to participate in the process of managing the abundant natural resources that characterize Kentucky's watersheds.

Benefits to the people of Kentucky include:

• Better information for decision making.
• Increased ability to resolve complex water resource problems.
• Improved coordination among governmental agencies.
• More opportunities for citizens to get involved.
• Increased ability to demonstrate results and benefits of environmental management.
• More cost-effective use of public and private funds.

Watershed Management Framework Document

The Framework Document is a guide for ongoing coordination of water resource management activities by organizations throughout the state.

• Executive Summary
• Chapter One
• Chapter Two
• Chapter Three
• Chapter Four
• Chapter Five
• Appendix A
• Appendix B
• Appendix C
• Appendix D
• Appendix E
• Appendix F

Return to Watersheds home page