Nevada Irrigation District

Water for Life

Originating in the headwaters of the Yuba River, Bear River and Deer Creek, NID’s water begins as snowmelt found in 70,000 acres of high elevation watershed.

Water for Agriculture

NID moves water through 450 miles of canal to become irrigation water for 30,000 acres of farmland annually.

Water for Recreation

At Rollins and Scotts Flat reservoirs, NID provides trails, campgrounds and beaches for the community’s enjoyment. Higher up in the mountains, NID maintains and operates campgrounds in the Jackson Meadows and Bowman Lake areas.

Water for Green Power

NID operates seven hydroelectric plants and 12 miles of overhead power lines that deliver 83 Megawatts of clean, carbon free energy to the power-grid. Every year the revenue from hydroelectric sales offsets water rates for the District’s customers.

Conservation

NID encourages water conservation as a means to preserving our precious water resources.

Two people kayaking on a calm forest-lined lake.

‘No Motor Day’ at Scotts Flat Lake is on May 18

Come enjoy the quiet beauty of Scotts Flat Lake on Sunday May 18, during the Nevada Irrigation District’s (NID) annual “No Motor Day.”

Construction workers on a bridge with safety gear, in a wooded area, working on a metal walkway.

GM Newsletter April 2025

Welcome to the April 2025 edition of the General Manager’s Newsletter. Read on to learn about what is happening at the District this month.

People enjoying a sunny day on boats in a lake surrounded by trees.

Nevada Irrigation District Golden Mussel Prevention Program

Help keep ROLLINS AND SCOTTS FLAT RESERVOIRS MUSSEL FREE. NID launches new boat seal program.

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