Who we are!
The first water improvement district (ORS 552) of its kind in the State of Oregon, the Devils Lake Water Improvement District has been the conduit for managing Devils Lake since its inception in 1984. As a special taxing district, DLWID receives funding from area property owners to work for the improvement of the many aspects of Devils Lake!
– About Us –
Tina French
Board Chair
Robert Stolberg
Director
Keith Fowler
Director
Dayton Mays
Director
Susan Elworth
Director
Mission & Representation
- Improve and maintain the water quality of Devils Lake
- Improve the environment for fish, wildlife, and humans
- Improve recreational opportunities
- Improve and maintain safe and efficient navigation
- Increase public access to Devils Lake
- Improve the economy of north Lincoln County through the restoration and maintenance of Devils Lake
- Increase public awareness and public education of Devils Lake
Strategic Plan – Updated July 2024
- Minimum Flows and Levels Establishment and Monitoring
- Water Quality Assessment and Planning
- Water Quality Maintenance and Improvement
- Aeration and Oxygen Level Improvement and Monitoring
- Conservation and Restoration
- Mitigation of Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
- Public Access, Marina, and Community Outreach