2715 RT 44, Millbrook NY, 12545
(845) 677-8011 ext. 3
admin@dutchessswcd.org

Serving Dutchess County For 70 Years


Established in 1945, the Dutchess County Soil and Water Conservation District is an organization set up to coordinate State and Federal conservation programs at the local level.

The District is directed by a seven member Board of Directors and hires technical and administrative staff to oversee day-to-day operations.

MAPPING

Contact us for customized maps of your parcel using GIS technologies. These maps can indicate any floodplain areas, state and federal wetlands, streams, soil types, and topographic contours on your property. We create Soil Group Worksheets for Ag Value Assessments.

AGRICULTURE

The District works with operators and landowners to improve soil health and water quality on agricultural lands.The District works with operators and landowners to improve soil health and water quality on agricultural lands.

STORMWATER

The District provides stormwater management assistance to municipalities, contractors, landowners and the County. The District provides stormwater management assistance to municipalities, contractors, landowners and the County.

WE ARE HIRING – click the link for details

Recent News & Upcoming Events

We work on a wide array of projects with landowners and municipalities ranging from farm plans to stormwater management practices. Below are quick links to our most recent newsletter and upcoming events we will be hosting.

WINTER 2025 NEWSLETTER

Find out all that we have accomplished in the past year with our latest newsletter.

NEWSLETTER

COUNTY-WIDE AGRICULTURAL PROGRAM MEETING

All farmers and Agri-professionals are welcome! Come meet the staff and explore our existing programs. Tell us what you need on your farm and help us identify what new programs would help you and your operation.

MEETING DETAILS

EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL 4HR TRAINING

For Contractors, Developers, Engineers and individuals involved in soil disturbance activities.

TRAINING DETAILS