SSRID was originally designed to accommodate for flood irrigation but has since converted almost entirely to pivot irrigation in order to better conserve water and be more efficient.

One of the most unique things about our district is the availability of potential irrigated acres and water supply. Many other districts are already at capacity of available water supply to accommodate for the demands required but there is still a substantial amount of untapped potential in SSRID. The District’s irrigation demand only uses 2% of the total inflow into Lake Diefenbaker from the Saskatchewan River basin.

Large scale irrigation water supply systems provide opportunities for municipal, industrial, environmental, recreational and possibly emergency backup water supply.

The communities and industries supported by the irrigation and related will become a template of what a strong vibrant community can achieve – because of water.

Mission Statement:

To be a leader in Saskatchewan irrigation and foster growth, efficiency, prosperity & sustainability in our district.

Vision:

-Strive to convey the cleanest water possible at a fair price.

-Establish positive relationships with district consumers, governments, and the broader community.

-Secure a shared revenue-stream from local, provincial, and federal sources, to enhance the viability & longevity of the district.

-Increase irrigable acres in our district by 20,000 before the year 2030.

-Replace failing canals with pipelines, wherever feasible.

-Rely on local personnel, businesses, and manufacturing, wherever feasible, to fulfill the operations & maintenance obligations of the district.