Engaging stakeholders with technical workgroups
Teams established 5 workgroups to review demand projections and identify the most promising management strategies.
Markets
Securing Missouri’s future water supply, with support from statewide planning
To address compounding issues with water supply and aging infrastructure, the Missouri Department of Natural Resources collaborated with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and CDM Smith to develop the Missouri Water Resources Plan. The plan serves as a guide for sustainable water management through 2060.
An adaptive management approach
Teams monitor activities posing a risk to water resources while encouraging support for projects that secure water supply.
Planning for today, safeguarding for tomorrow
2060 water demands were incorporated into water budgets to identify possible areas where demand may exceed supply.
Protecting agricultural needs
The Plan encourages agricultural regions to maintain a water supply for livestock and irrigating pastures during dry spells.
“The Missouri Water Resources Plan is an essential roadmap to inform water users, decision-makers, and residents on the best methods to secure their water for the future,” said John Boyer, project technical leader.
CDM Smith’s work brought advanced scenario planning to the state level, providing tools to navigate uncertainty in water supply, demand, and climate. Today, implementation is already visible through the updated drought plan, with ongoing studies and policy updates ensuring sustainable, long-term benefits for Missouri’s six million residents.
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