Partner Agencies
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Partner Information
The Shawnee County Conservation District frequently consults with the following agencies to assure that the best possible solutions to conservation issues are presented to the public. While there are many state or federal agencies, this list was created for those in Shawnee County and consists of agencies that receive and/or dispense public funds through the government process. Cross Creek Watershed Joint District No. 42 PO Box 56 Wamego, Kansas 66547 (785) 456-9826 Reduces flooding within the Cross Creek watershed Kansas Adjutant General’s Department, Division of Emergency Management 2800 SW Topeka Boulevard Topeka, Kansas 66611 (785) 274-1409 Direct and manages state disaster response operations. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) FEMA Region VII 9221 Ward Parkway Kansas City, Missouri 64114 (816) 283-7061 Provides federal leadership and support for disaster preparedness and recovery. Kansas Agricultural Statistics 3705 Miller Parkway, Suite A Manhattan, Kansas 66503 (800) 582-6443 Collect and publish official data on Kansas agriculture. Kansas Biological Survey 2101 Constant Avenue Lawrence, Kansas 66047 (785) 864-1500 Conducts environmental research and provides scientific services for Kansas. Kansas Corporation Commission 1500 SW Arrowhead Road Topeka, Kansas 66604-4027 (785) 271-3100 Regulates state utilities, transportation, and oil and gas industries. Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) 1320 Research Park Drive Manhattan, Kansas 66502 (785) 564-6700 Supports Kansas agricultural businesses and growth. KDA, Division of Conservation (and State Conservation Commission) 1320 Research Park Drive Manhattan, Kansas 66502 (785) 564-6620 KDA, Division of Conservation Oversees programs protecting and enhancing natural resources. KDA, Division of Water Resources 6531 SE Forbes Avenue, Suite B Topeka, Kansas 66619 (785) 296-5733 Email: [email protected] Division of Water Resources Manages water rights, water use, and related field operations. KDA Meat and Poultry Inspection Program 1320 Research Park Drive Manhattan, Kansas 66502 (785) 564-6776 Ensure meat and poultry facilities meet federal safety standards. Lawrence District Office USDA, FSIS, FO 4920 Bob Billings Parkway Lawrence, Kansas 66049 (800) 376-2141 Ensure meat and poultry are safe, wholesome, and properly labeled. KDA Plant Protection and Weed Control 6531 SE Forbes Avenue, Suite B Topeka, Kansas 66619 (785) 564-6698 Regulates pesticide use and manages plant and weed issues. KDHE, Bureau of Waste Management 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 320 Topeka, Kansas 66612 (785) 296-1600 Manages state solid and hazardous waste programs. KDHE, Bureau of Environmental Remediation 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 410 Topeka, Kansas 66612 (785) 296-3001 Responds to and oversees cleanup of environmental contamination. |
KDHE, Bureau of Water
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 420 Topeka, Kansas 66612 (785) 296-5500 Protects public drinking water and regulates water pollution. KDHE, Northeast District Office 800 W. 24th Street Lawrence, Kansas 66046 (785) 842-4600 Email: [email protected] Identifies and prevents local environmental contamination. KDHE, Small Business/Community Support 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 410 Topeka, Kansas 66612 (785) 296-6603 Provides environmental resources, outreach, and pollution prevention programs. Kansas Department of Transportation Bureau of Construction and Maintenance 700 SW Harrison Street Topeka, Kansas 66603 (785) 296-3566 Email: [email protected] Plans, builds, and maintains Kansas transportation systems. Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism 300 SW Wanamaker Road Topeka, Kansas 66606 (785) 273-6740 Region 2 Office Conserves wildlife and manages outdoor recreation opportunities. Kansas Geological Survey West Campus, University Of Kansas 1930 Constant Ave. Lawrence, Kansas 66047 (785) 864-3965 Studies Kansas geology, groundwater, and natural resources. Kansas Historical Society 6425 SW 6th Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66615 (785) 272-8681 Kansas Historical Society Preserves and interprets Kansas history. Kansas Water Office 900 SW Jackson Street #404 Topeka, Kansas 66612 (785) 296-3185 Develops and implements the State Water Plan. Keep America Beautiful, Topeka/Shawnee County 3805 NW 25th Street Topeka, Kansas 66618 (785) 224-0446 Promote community beautification and environmental stewardship. K-State Research and Extension 123 Umberger Hall Manhattan, Kansas 66506 (785) 532-5820 Provides research-based agricultural and natural resource services. K-State Research and Extension, Shawnee County 1740 SW Western Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66604-3095 (785) 232-0062 Offers public education in agriculture, home economics, and youth programs. Shawnee County Health Department 2600 SW East Circle Drive Topeka, Kansas 66606 785-251-2000 Handles sanitation, food inspection, and public health services. Environmental Health – North Annex 1515 NW Saline Street, #101 Topeka, Kansas 66618 (785) 291-2455 Conducts septic and water inspections under county zoning. Shawnee County Parks and Recreation 3137 SE 29th Street Topeka, Kansas 66605 (785) 251-2600 Manages parks and recreation services in Shawnee County. Shawnee County Public Works 1515 NW Saline Topeka, Kansas 66618 (785) 233-7702 Maintains county infrastructure and rights‑of‑way. |
Shawnee County Solid Waste
1515 NW Saline, Suite #150 Topeka, Kansas 66618 (785) 233-4774 8 Email: [email protected] Manages county waste reduction and public waste programs. Shawnee County Weed Department 2044 SW Western Avenue Topeka, Kansas 66604-3095 (785) 251-7891 Administers and enforce Kansas noxious weed laws. Topeka Public Works 515 S Kansas Ave, Suite 403 Topeka, Kansas 66603 (785) 368-3801 Provides services related to construction, permits, and infrastructure. Topeka Public Works(Stormwater/Utilities) 1115 NE Poplar Topeka, Kansas 66616-1389 (785) 368-3851 Oversee stormwater, water, sewer, and infrastructure services. Topeka Public Works – Forestry Section 201 NW Topeka Blvd. Topeka, Kansas 66607 (785) 368-3762 Manages tree disposal and provides wood chip resources. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 601 East 12th Street Kansas City, Missouri 64106 (816) 389-2000 Regulates waterways and enforces the Clean Water Act permitting. USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) 3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 1 Topeka, Kansas 66611-2291 (785) 338-7193 Administers federal farm programs and crop assistance. USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service 3231 SW Van Buren, Suite 2 Topeka, Kansas 66611-2291 (785) 338-9946 Provides technical guidance for soil, water, and resource conservation. USDA Rural Development 1303 SW First American Place #100 Topeka, Kansas 66604 (785) 271-2700 Offers rural housing, business, and community development loans. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region VII, WWPD 11201 Renner Blvd. Lenexa, Kansas 66219 (800) 223-0425 Implement federal environmental protection laws. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Kansas Ecological Services Field Office 2609 Anderson Avenue Manhattan, Kansas 66502-2801 (785) 539-3474 Protects federal wildlife species and habitats. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife P.O. Box 8729 Topeka, Kansas 66608 (785) 232-5149 Provides education and habitat improvement support. U.S. Geological Survey 4821 Quail Crest Place Lawrence, Kansas 66049-3839 (785) 842-9909 Supplies hydrologic data and assesses national water resources. The Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) program 1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 420 Topeka, Kansas 66612 www.kswraps.org Works with local partners to improve water quality in Kansas watersheds. Wakarusa Watershed Joint District No. 35 305 Maple Overbrook, Kansas 66524-0139District No. 35 (785) 665-7231 Reduces flooding through watershed dams and flood-control structures. |
