Who are We?

The Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District is a political subdivision of the state, funded by the County Commissioners, local municipalities and townships, and the Ohio General Assembly through the Ohio Department of Agriculture, Division of Soil and Water Conservation. The funds provided locally allow the District to draw matching funds from the state, enabling us to provide services to county residents.

Implementing our Mission

"Promoting Conservation of our Lands & Waters"

The Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District promotes wise land-use management through technical and educational services in order to help people conserve and enhance the natural resources base for a better quality of life.

JSWCD Programs

• Youth Natural Resources Education
• Steel Valley Loggers Chapter
• Envirothon Environmental Education Program
• ​Adult Environmental Workshops and field days
• Youth and Adult Stream Monitoring Programs
• Pond Stocking Sale
• Technical Assistance for Landowners Installing Conservation Practices
• Native Tree and Shrub Sale
• Water Quality Program including EPA's NPDES Phase II Storm Water Mandate
• Storm Water Prevention Pollution Plan Reviews (SWP3)
• Current Agricultural Use Value (CAUV) program
• Farmers' Gateway MarketPiney Fork Trail Project​