The NSWA is responsible to assess and report on the condition of the watershed, through a State of the Watershed Report. This assessment serves multiple functions, including:
- Provides a baseline understanding of watershed health.
- Identifies knowledge gaps for indicators and assessment methods.
- Provides a springboard for action and to address watershed health issues.
- Used as a teaching tool for education and outreach efforts.
NSWA last assessed the watershed in 2005. The 2005 State of the Watershed Report assessed available water quality, water quantity, and ecosystem health indicators with the data available at the time. In the 20 years since the last assessment, there has been considerable change in available data, assessment methods, and needs of the watershed.
The new State of the Watershed will be available online in 2025!