Water District 1 Report – June 4th, 2024 Calendar

Water District 1 Report – June 4

, 2024

Milner spill ceased on May 29

, with excess ows passing the dam stopping entirely on that

date. Consequently, all recharge water rights and temporary water use permits are o. As of May

29th, the volume accrual for irrigation water rights and storage use charges will be reset to zero.

Starting May 30th, any storage use charges will be deducted from the 2024 storage supplies.

Reservoir storage water rights remain in priority as natural ow continues to outpace

diversion demand. This has allowed the 5/1/2014 priority “Rell 2” water right to accrue some

storage for Jackson and Palisades. Currently, diversion demand is approximately 24,500 cfs, while

natural ow is around 29,000 cfs. Some snow remains at the highest elevations. The forecast for the

coming week predicts continued warm weather, which may keep natural ow above irrigation

demand due to snow melting. Warm weather also increases diversion demand, however, so

irrigators are advised to monitor water right priority projections at www.waterdistrict1.com to

manage storage supplies eiciently. The day of allocations is expected to occur after the remaining

snowpack melts, likely in mid-June.

Flow augmentation will begin past Milner on Wednesday, June 5th, at a rate of

approximately 6,000 acre-feet per day. The Bureau of Reclamation plans to maintain this rate for

nearly a month, aiming for a total volume of around 170,000 acre-feet. Of this, 150,000 acre-feet

will be delivered through Water District 1’s common pool, while the remaining 20,000 acre-feet will

come from the Bureau’s uncontracted space.

Water District 1 is looking to hire a new engineer. Please see the attachment at the end of

the report for more information.

Calendar

June 10

– 11

Idaho Water User Association – Water Law & Resource Issues Seminar

Sun Valley Resort. Please call 208-344-6690 or visit www.iwua.org/events for more information.

June 13

- Upper Snake River Advisory Committee Meeting at 10 AM.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87590895766?pwd=imCGeK6ljUj8ctpmbUX9Hj7wtbkubr.1

Meeting ID: 875 9089 5766

Passcode: 460137

Phone access: +1 669 444 9171 US

Contact Cooper Fritz at 208-525-7161 or Cooper.Fritz@idwr.idaho.gov for more information.

June 15

- Henry’s Fork Days in Last Chance. Please visit https://www.henrysfork.org/hf-days for

more information.

June 27

– Committee of Nine Meeting at 10 AM at the Pocatello Airport. Agenda and zoom

information will be posted to the website prior to the meeting.

• Soft indicator for whether reservoir water rights are on and the system is lling, or reservoir water rights are cut with

the system drafting and cuts into irrigation water rights. Cuts into irrigation water rights won’t occur until total

system diversions exceed total system gains.

• Soft indicator for when priorities at Blackfoot split. A split typically occurs when diversions above Blackfoot exceed

gains above Blackfoot.

State of Idaho Opportunity

Location: Idaho Falls, Idaho

Salary: $69,800 to $79,200

Closing Date: Open till filled.

Please send resumes to [email protected]aho.gov

The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) is offering an exciting opportunity for a

motivated individual to engage with Idaho's water sector and to develop skills and expertise

as a water resource professional. This position is located at the IDWR Eastern Regional Office

in Idaho Falls. It is open to engineering interns who are working towards professional

licensure.

This position supports the technical needs of Water District #1 (WD1) for surface water

administration in Eastern Idaho. WD1’s administrative area encompasses the Snake River

upstream from Milner Dam and includes major reservoirs such as American Falls, Palisades,

Jackson, Island Park, Walcott, Henrys, and Ririe. The responsibilities of this position include

collecting and documenting hydrologic data, measuring open channel and closed conduit

flow rates, working with sensors and telemetry equipment, programming data loggers,

evaluating and designing water measurement devices and structures, working with software

related to hydraulics and water right accounting, and initiating enforcement actions when

necessary. More information about the products and services provided by WD1 can be found

at www.waterdistrict1.com.

The position provides a unique opportunity to develop your engineering career in natural

resources. At IDWR, employees experience autonomy, work-life balance, field work, and a

professional office environment. This position will also offer opportunities for professional

growth as a water resource specialist, through participation in courses focusing on

hydraulics, hydrology, sensors, data loggers, programming, as well as leadership and

management training.

This position may be eligible for a relocation reimbursement in accordance with the State

Moving Policy and Procedures.

There are two job classification levels for this opening: Engineer, Intern; Engineer, Associate.

Through on-the-job training, classroom training, and achievement of team goals and agency

goals, there will be opportunities to progress to the next full working-level job class in the

Engineering career track including Engineer, Staff; Engineer, Technical 1; and Engineer,

Technical 2.

As an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) you will enter at the Engineer Intern or Associate level,

depending on your level of experience.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Apply hydraulic engineering principles to evaluate, measure, and track a variety of

open-channel and closed-conduit water systems, such as rivers, streams, canals, and

pipelines.

• Apply hydrologic engineering principles to evaluate snowpack, runoff, precipitation,

reach gains, and streamflow forecasts and understand their impact on district

administration.

• Apply water resource engineering principles to river routing, reservoir operations,

flood risk management, hydroelectric power generation, and irrigation demand and

understand their impact on district administration.

• Review engineering designs and technical reports for accuracy and feasibility.

• Design measurement structures such as weirs and flumes.

• Collect, process, and compile flow rate and volumetric records for diversions and flow

stations.

• Work with computer programs related to hydraulics and water right administration.

• Work with water level sensors, velocity sensors, and program data loggers to track

diversion flow rates and volumes.

• Work with radio, cellular, and satellite telemetry systems for real time data

transmission.

• Write technical reports and give presentations to the public.

• Interact with water users, consultants, attorneys, and other governmental agencies

regarding issues related to water right administration.

• Enforce water rights and curtail diversions as directed by the watermaster.

• May supervise professional and/or technical staff.

ENGINEER INTERN AND ENGINEER ASSOCIATE LEVELS

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria within 6 months of employment offer:

(One of the top three bulleted criteria below must be completed before the start of

employment)

• Certification by the Idaho Board of Professional Engineers as an Engineer-In-Training

• OR Certification as an EIT from another jurisdiction that included graduation from a

four-year engineering curriculum accredited by the Engineering Accreditation

Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET)

• OR graduation from a four-year engineering curriculum accredited by the

EAC/ABET PLUS verification that the candidate has passed the Fundamentals of

Engineering Examination

• Valid driver's license

* The Engineer Intern level is met based on the minimum qualifications listed above.

* The Engineer Associate level is met based on the minimum qualifications listed above AND

at least two years of work experience post-certification.

Desired qualifications and experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel in writing comprehensive formulas, working with

large data sets, and working with macros.

• Experience with flow rate measurement of open channel or closed conduit systems.

• Good knowledge of hydraulic engineering principles such as fluid statics, fluid

dynamics, hydraulic machines, and pipeline hydraulics.

• Good knowledge of open channel flow concepts such as critical flow, flow controls,

and flow measurement with weirs.

• Some knowledge of Idaho water law.

• Conflict resolution skills and experience interacting with angry, upset, or hostile

people.

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and

dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11

paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs,

please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work occurs in an office and field environment. Field inspections are required and involve

walking over rough terrain, exposure to variable weather conditions, and lifting and carrying

up to 30 pounds. Out-of-town day trips and occasional overnight trips are required.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Water Resources, please visit our

website: https://idwr.idaho.gov

OUR MISSION

To serve the citizens of Idaho by ensuring that water is conserved and available to sustain

Idaho’s economy, ecosystems, and resulting quality of life.

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit

discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or

individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their

race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other

status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals

with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an

accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208)

334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and

regulations.