Uploaded October 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A structure for water control is a structure in a water management system that conveys water, controls the direction or rate of flow, maintains a desired water surface elevation, or measures water. This video explores how Steve Ward of Wareham, Massachusetts, implemented this conservation practice on his cranberry operation.
Major benefits of this practice include:
• Improves water conservation
• Reduces threat to groundwater
• Improves water management
• Increases yields
• Limits runoff
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
A structure for water control is a structure in a water management system that conveys water, controls the direction or rate of flow, maintains a desired water surface elevation, or measures water. This video explores how Steve Ward of Wareham, Massachusetts, implemented this conservation practice on his cranberry operation.
Major benefits of this practice include:
• Improves water conservation
• Reduces threat to groundwater
• Improves water management
• Increases yields
• Limits runoff
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
