Rocks found in our canals
These large rocks were found in one of our canals, stacked as though someone was trying to create a dam in the middle of the canal. As our vegetation management team has been treating the canal, algae has broken off and drifted down the canal and attached to the rocks. The rocks and algae became […]
Amon Basin MOU
Today during the KID Board Meeting, KID entered into an agreement with the Tapteal Greenway, the Lower Columbia Audubon Society, and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to promote open channels of communication between the groups regarding the management of activities within the Amon Basin. The Amon Basin contains numerous resources that are important […]
Copper canal treatment
Today our Vegetation Management team treated the Badger East and West Canal with a copper treatment. During the hot summer months algae growth can begin to clog filters. This Copper Treatment helps to decrease the presence of algae in our canals. For more information on how to clean you filters/screens watch our helpful videos at: https://kid.org/your-kid/news-center/helpful-videos/ […]
Canal Safety
As temperatures rise this summer we want to remind you that canals are not for play- stay away! Child safety continues to be a community concern. Together we can prevent a tragedy. This photo was take 4/13/18 The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation provides irrigation districts with safety and drowning prevention coloring books for children. Please […]
Wise Water Wednesday
Here’s our Wise Water Wednesday tip of the day: For more information on ways to conserve water visit: https://kid.org/your-kid/drought-information-2/ https://www.facebook.com/KennewickIrrigationDistrict/
Metaline Avenue Construction Update
KID crews are nearing completion of the new transmission line installation at W. Metaline Avenue in Kennewick. This project is in conjunction with the City of Kennewick’s planned improvements to Metaline Avenue. The remaining work to be completed by KID is installing the customer connections along the street front. KID’s portion of the Metaline project […]
Tips to help keep your water flowing
If you are experiencing low or no water pressure it could be the result of a dirty screen. Algae growth can clog filters, be sure to clean your filters and screens early and often during the water season. Informational how-to videos are available on our website: https://kid.org/your-kid/news-center/helpful-videos/ If you clean your filter/screen and are still experiencing […]
Algae growth can clog filters, be sure to clean your filters and screens early and often
If you are experiencing low or no water pressure it could be the result of a dirty screen. Algae growth can clog filters, be sure to clean your filters and screens early and often during the water season. Informational how-to videos are available on our website: https://kid.org/your-kid/news-center/helpful-videos/ If you clean your filter/screen and are still experiencing […]
Water Status Map
Our Water Status Map is a helpful tool created for our customers to use to stay updated on the status of their water throughout the water season. To view this map: – Visit our website kid.org – Select the button that says “Water Status Map” – Type your address in the top left corner – Click […]
NBC Right Now Tri-Cities covers Burrowing Animals with Jason McShane
Our Engineering/Operations Manager, Jason McShane speaks about the importance of reporting a burrowing animal, what to look for and how to make a report! Ways to report: Call our office at 509-586-9111 Visit our website kid.org and select the “Report a burrowing animal” button Email us at customerservice@kid.org We appreciate your help, thank you! To watch the […]