Dear Westland Patrons,

 

2025 was a great water year and we ended up with about 1,200 AF carryover, however 2026 is looking like it is not going to be so great.  In December 2025 there was plenty of snow in the hills and rain down low making it look like we were on track for another great water year.  Then came warm weather and rain up in the mountains which led to high runoff and flows in the river.  Right now, there is little snow pack with little snow and precipitation in the future.  The reservoir is at 49% full and not filling very fast.  The Bureau of Reclamation is forecasting a fill of 67% for the 2026 water year.  Keep in mind this is just a forecast and it can move either direction.  There is a possibility Westland could be on McKay stored water in April or early May which would make for a very short water year.  McKay allotments could be cut in half or worse this year.

Always remember to call the Ditch Rider to order water 24 hours in advance.  The more we can conserve water this year will help lengthen the season especially on a forecasted short water year. Allotment cards will be sent out when we know.

 

DISTRICT CONTACT INFORMATION

 

Office (physical address): 77096 Highway 207, Echo, OR  97826

Office (mailing address): P.O. Box 944, Hermiston, OR  97838

Telephone: 541-667-2030; Fax: 541-667-2031

Office Hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

Website: https://www.westlandirrigation.com

 

PERSONNEL                                                                                             DIRECTORS

 

District Manager, Curtis Engbretson   541-377-2408    Hoss Hodges, Chair

Office Manager, Tina Richardson     541-667-2030         Jordan Bennett, Vice-Chair

Field Supervisor, Bobby Bailey         541-571-1202          Dan McCarty

Maintenance, Steven Cleveland      541-571-1203          Gregory Harris

Ditch Rider, Dennis Whitaker           541-571-1201          Casey Spike