New Mexico Association of Conservation Districts
Executive Director Debbie Hughes
Address 163 Trail Canyon Road, Carlsbad, NM 88220,
Telephone (505)981-2400, fax (505)981-2422.
Fax (505)981-2422
The Association consists of 47 districts. In many cases the districts correspond with county boundaries
Purpose
Soil and Water Conservation District Act [73-20-25 to 73-20-49 NMSA 1978]
The purpose of a conservation district is to: 1. control and prevent soil erosion 2. prevent floodwater and sediment damage 3. further the conservation, development , beneficial application and proper disposal of water. 4. promote the use of impounded water for recreation, propagation of fish and wildlife, irrigation and for urban and industrial needs and 5. conserve and develop the natural resources of the state, provide for flood control , and preserve wildlife,