The Benewah Soil and Water Conservation District is one of 51 Conservation Districts in the state of Idaho.  It is located in the panhandle of Northern Idaho.  The District officially organized on March 18, 1946.  The original district covered Benewah County; however in 1953 the southern half of Shoshone County was incorporated into the District.  The District boasts a large agriculture base as well as a significant timber base.

The District is a legal subdivision of state government that operates under state law.  Our main function is that of liaison, bringing together state, federal, and private sector's resources to solve conservation and natural resource issues.  We work to assist landowners in the planning and implementation of best management practices and provide technical information to help landowners and land users make the best use of land and water resources.  The District also sponsors youth education programs and administers Idaho's agricultural clean water projects.

A five-member board of supervisors who voluntarily serve without pay governs the District.  Supervisors serve a four-year term and are elected through the same procedure as state legislators on general election day.  The District receives limited funds from local government and is eligible for matching funds from the state.  They provide reports and records to the Idaho Soil Conservation Commission.

District Board meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month, except in August.  The meetings are open to the public and are held at the USDA Service Center, 900 E Street in Plummer, Idaho.  Call the office for exact times (208) 686-1699.