Indiana DNR to Host Public Workshop on Statewide Water Plan

The session will gather input on regional planning, monitoring, and an online data platform.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will host a public workshop in Washington, Indiana on February 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Washington Community Building. The session is part of efforts to develop Indiana's statewide water inventory and management plan under Governor Mike Braun's Executive Order.

Why it matters

The statewide water plan is designed to ensure Indiana's water resources are managed to meet both current and future needs. The public workshop will allow local officials, utilities, businesses, farmers, conservation groups, and residents to provide input on the plan's development.

The details

The workshop will focus on gathering public feedback on regional water planning, improved monitoring networks, and the creation of an online water data platform. State officials say the plan aims to proactively manage Indiana's water resources.

  • The public workshop will be held on February 26, 2026 from 1 to 4 p.m.

The players

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

The state agency responsible for developing Indiana's statewide water inventory and management plan.

Governor Mike Braun

The Governor of Indiana who issued the Executive Order that led to the development of the statewide water plan.

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What’s next

RSVPs for the public workshop are requested, and additional feedback can be submitted by email to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

The takeaway

The public workshop is an important opportunity for Indiana residents to provide input on the development of the statewide water plan, which will help ensure the state's water resources are managed effectively for both current and future needs.