NOTIFICATIONS
This is KRD's notification page. If there is an emergent situation involving the canal and/or water being shut off we will post on Facebook and this page. Water Supply updates will also be posted here.
If you are looking for other types of notifications, please use the following links:
URGENT NOTIFICATIONS
KRD will begin spilling water down the 1146 Spillway into the Yakima River at Bristol Flats as part of USBR’s Flip Flop Operations on Tuesday afternoon, September 8, 2026. USBR has posted signage and buoys for your safety. Please be safe while navigating around the 1146 Spillway into the Yakima River.
To read more on USBR’s Flip Flop operations click here: Seasonal “flip-flop” river operation now in progress in Yakima basin
KRD has begun lowering water levels in the canals and laterals early this morning. You will continue to see water levels go down through Friday as the irrigation water is shut down for the season. After today, October 15, 2026 any water remaining in the Main and South Branch canals is Yakima Project water for Tributary Supplementation, not for irrigation purposes.
WATER SUPPLY UPDATE
SEPA NOTIFICATIONS
North Branch Canal Lining MP 23.3 to 27.5 and Pump Lateral Lining MP 0.6 to 5.6 Project