MOBILE IRRIGATION LABS (MILs)

Mobile Irrigation Labs (MILs) are specialized labs on wheels that were developed to help people conserve water by evaluating irrigation systems and their operation. This voluntary non-regulatory approach to water conservation is offered as a free public service to both the urban and agricultural communities.

The MIL technician will schedule an appointment for an evaluation with anyone who operates irrigation systems.

The evaluation begins with an onsite observation and measurements of the system in operation. The information collected is analyzed to identify problems and a confidential summary report makes recommendations for system improvements.

The NRCS shares the funding and technical expertise in educating the public on irrigation management and water conservation with the Colorado State Conservation Board, Colorado Association of Conservation Districts, and the Bureau of Reclamation.

“Improving and sustaining the quality and quantity of Colorado’s water is one of NRCS’ highest priorities and the MIL labs are exactly what Colorado needs to ensure this.” NRCS Irrigation Water Management Specialist.

For more information about the use of MILs in Colorado, contact Jason Peel, Irrigation Water Management Specialist, at 520-544-2817.
For additional information about utilizing this new technology, download the fact sheet on Colorado's MILs, or the listen to the KSIR (Colorado Agriculture News) interview with Jason Peel.

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Mobile Irrigation Labs (MILs) Fact Sheet (1148KB)

Radio interview on the use of MILs in Colorado (2266KB)