2026 IRRIGATION SEASON FLOW UPDATE (posted 08/24/26)
The natural flows in the Deschutes River are dropping, and with that, the COID water deliveries must decrease. We will be dropping the delivery percentages to around 60%, which will fluctuate, for our patrons. The river flows are being closely monitored, and we will keep you updated as the flows and the COID deliveries decrease.
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NOTICE OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ ELECTION (posted 8/28/26)
The Central Oregon Irrigation District will be accepting nominations for three positions on its Board of Directors:
- Division 1 from the Terrebonne Area
- Division 3 from the Bend Area
- Division 5 from the Powell Butte Area
The term for Division 3 is a two-year term to fill the vacancy of this division beginning on January 1, 2027.
The term for Divisions 1 and 5 will be three years beginning on January 1, 2027.
Qualifications are as follows: must be at least 18 years of age, must be the owner of property with Central Oregon Irrigation District water rights within the Division, must live within the State of Oregon and must submit a petition signed by 10 qualified voters within the Division to the District office no later than 4:00 P.M. on October 6, 2026.
Nomination petitions can be obtained after August 27, 2026, from the district office or by email request to info@coid.org. If only one petition is received for a division, the petitioner will be certified as having been nominated and elected for that Division. The receipt of two or more petitions for the Division will require an official election to be held on Wednesday, November 10, 2026. The election will be a vote-by-mail.
Contact Central Oregon Irrigation District at (541)548-6047 with any questions.
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Upcoming COID Piping Projects: G/G-2 and J-7 Laterals (posted 8/26/2026)
As part of COID’s continued commitment to improving water delivery efficiency and conserving water resources, COID will be partnering with contractors to pipe portions of the G/G-2 and J-7 laterals during the 2026-2027 off-season. Construction is anticipated to occur between October 2026 and March 2027.
G/G-2 Lateral Improvement Project – North Redmond Area
The G/G-2 project will include the installation of approximately 27,665 feet of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) solid-wall pipe, with pipe diameters ranging from 26 inches to 6 inches. Converting this section of open canal to a piped system will reduce water loss, improve operational efficiency, and enhance service reliability for patrons served by the lateral.
Tapani, Inc. from Battle Ground, WA was selected as the contractor for the G/G2 project through a competitive bidding process. Tapani staff and their subcontractors will be contacting property owners along the G & G2 alignments to coordinate construction efforts and identify utilities, fencing, and other items.
Please see the attached map which identifies the general alignment of the project. G G2 ALIGNMENT MAP 2026
For more detailed information, please contact COID at 541-548-6047.
J-7 Lateral Improvement Project – East Terrebonne Area
The J-7 project will include the installation of approximately 7,100 feet of HDPE solid-wall pipe, with pipe diameters ranging from 8 inches to 4 inches. Similar to the G/G-2 project, this improvement will help conserve water, reduce maintenance requirements, and modernize critical irrigation infrastructure.
What to Expect During Construction
Property owners and residents adjacent to project areas may notice construction activity within COID easements throughout the duration of the work. Activities may include:
- Mobilization of construction crews and equipment
- Selective demolition and removal of existing facilities
- Tree and vegetation removal where necessary
- Excavation, trenching, and earthwork
- Installation of new HDPE pipeline
- Backfilling and compaction
- Surface restoration and site cleanup
- Additional restoration activities as needed
COID and its contractors will work to minimize disruptions while safely completing these important infrastructure improvements.
Investing in the Future
These projects are part of COID’s long-term modernization strategy to improve water-use efficiency, reduce operational losses, enhance drought resilience, and ensure reliable irrigation service for generations to come. Piping projects play a key role in conserving Central Oregon’s water resources while supporting agriculture, landowners, and the communities we serve. Funding for the G/G-2 project was made possible through a partnership with the Deschutes River Conservancy (DRC), which helped secure and administer grant funding supporting these important water conservation improvements.
COID appreciates the patience and cooperation of patrons and neighboring property owners during construction. Additional project information, maps, schedules, and updates will be posted as they become available.
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Final plans approved for Central Oregon Irrigation District – Pilot Butte Canal Infrastructure Modernization Project (August 14, 2026)
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Oregon announces the availability of a Final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Central Oregon Irrigation District (COID) – Pilot Butte Canal Infrastructure Modernization Project.
COID aims to modernize irrigation infrastructure to improve the efficiency of its system by conserving water, improving water delivery reliability to COID and North Unit Irrigation District patrons, and reducing long-term operation and maintenance costs on approximately 18.5 miles of the COID-owned Pilot Butte Canal. The project addresses watershed problems and resource concerns including water loss in COID conveyance systems, water delivery and operations and maintenance inefficiencies, including risks to public safety. Implementation of the proposed action, the Modernization Alternative with the Pilot Butte Canal Alternative Alignment options in both the City of Bend and the City of Redmond, would address COID’s objectives and goals to reduce seepage loss and provide better-managed water diversions for farm use, support agricultural land use and increase public safety.
The project is a joint effort among NRCS Oregon and Deschutes Basin Board of Control as lead sponsor and Central Oregon Irrigation District as co-sponsor, in coordination with other agencies, stakeholders, and the public.
This Notice has been forwarded to various Federal, State and local agencies and interested parties. The Record of Decision will be published no sooner than 30 calendar days after publication of the Final EIS. Find the Final EIS and other information on the project page here.
For more information, contact Gary Diridoni, NRCS, at (503) 414-3092 or gary.diridoni@usda.gov.
Important Information for patrons with irrigation delivered by Avion (07/13/26)
Due to severe drought conditions COID is reducing irrigation deliveries districtwide to approximately 70% of normal. Delivery percentages may change as river conditions evolve.
COID delivers irrigation water to Avion and Avion’s irrigation systems deliver water based on allocated gallons per minute to individual properties. COID will continue delivering available water based on the districtwide delivery percentage.
Managing demand within Avion’s systems requires coordination among Avion customers. Water distribution could be impacted due to the capabilities of running at reduced flow rates. See Avion’s website https://avionwater.com/coid.html for more information.
For the latest drought updates and available resources, please visit COID’s Drought Information page: www.coid.org/drought.
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2026 IRRIGATION SEASON FLOW UPDATE (posted 07/06/26)
The natural flows in the Deschutes River are dropping, and with that, the COID water deliveries must decrease. We will be dropping the delivery percentages to around 70%, which will fluctuate, for our patrons. The river flows are being closely monitored, and we will keep you updated as the flows and the COID deliveries decrease. Please visit our website at Important Information – Central Oregon Irrigation District for updates and additional information.
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Drought Declared in Deschutes Basin – March 26, 2026
A drought declaration has been issued for the Deschutes Basin, reflecting ongoing dry conditions, below-average snowpack, and reduced streamflows across Central Oregon. This designation helps unlock tools and coordination to support water users, agriculture, and communities as the region navigates another challenging water year.
Learn more and access current conditions and resources: https://bit.ly/4228MmD
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2026 IRRIGATION SEASON UPDATE (posted 04/07/26)
Both canals were opened yesterday, 4/6/26. It takes a couple of days for the water at the headworks on the Deschutes River in Bend to get to the end of our systems in Terrebonne and Powell Butte. Once water reaches the end of the main canals the levels can then increase in the canals and begin to feed the smaller lateral canals that deliver to our patrons.
Central Oregon Canal (Services east side of Bend, Alfalfa & Powell Butte)
Turn on 4/6/26 at a stock water run level and will increase to 50% with live flow availability.
Pilot Butte Canal (Services north end of Bend, Redmond & Terrebonne)
Turn on 4/6/26 at a stock water run level and will increase to 50% with live flow availability.
Please remember that we will start-up at stock water run levels to get the system filled and to replenish stock ponds. Typically, this is not enough water to get irrigation systems up and going for the first couple of weeks. If you are on a rotation, schedules will be mailed out the first week of April and the start date for rotations is 4/13/26.
If you call the office, please note that we are experiencing high call volume at this time. If you get the voicemail, please leave your name, phone number, address and nature of your call and staff will return your call as soon as possible.
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2026 IRRIGATION SEASON START UP (posted 3/10/26)
Central Oregon Canal (Services east side of Bend, Alfalfa & Powell Butte)
Scheduled to turn on 4/6/26 at a stock water run level and will increase to 50% with live flow availability.
Pilot Butte Canal (Services north end of Bend, Redmond & Terrebonne)
Scheduled to turn on 4/6/26 at a stock water run level and will increase to 50% with live flow availability.
Please remember that we will start-up at stock water run levels to get the system filled and to replenish stock ponds. Typically, this is not enough water to get irrigation systems up and going for the first couple of weeks. If you are on a rotation, schedules will be mailed out the first week of April and the start date for rotations is 4/13/26.
Flow Schedule for Season:
These flows are the maximum allowable delivery Rate. Our ability to meet these rates is dependent on available water.
50% flow from Start Up Date – April 30th
75% flow from May 1st – May 14th
100% flow from May 15th – September 15th
75% flow from September 16th -September 30th
50% flow from October 1st – ?
Season shut off October (Specific date to be announced in September)
*Due to the drought conditions these flows are subject to change as flows in the Deschutes River decrease.
During regular business hours when we are experiencing a high volume of calls, please leave a message or click the email link below to email us. This will expedite getting your requests to the appropriate staff.
If you are experiencing an emergency outside of regular business hours these calls should be limited to true emergencies such as canal breaching, flooding, reporting major damage or hit infrastructure, or if you are on a rotation schedule outside of business hours and are experiencing water problems.
If you need to report a non-emergency water issue outside of regular office hours, you may submit an email to info@coid.org and staff will respond during regular business hours or you may call the office during regular business hours.
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2026 Rate Update: 12/16/25
As part of an ongoing five-year rate adjustment schedule to ensure the district can sustainably meet its operational, maintenance, and administrative responsibilities, the COID Board of Directors approved a 3.5% rate increase for all patrons, effective in 2026.
Since 2012, hydropower revenue has helped offset operations and maintenance costs, reducing patron assessments by up to 40%. As energy markets shift and long-standing contracts expire, this revenue source is declining. Beginning in 2026, the district anticipates a 60% reduction in hydropower funding, requiring costs previously covered by hydropower to be addressed through patron assessments.
COID remains committed to operating efficiently, managing costs responsibly, and keeping patrons informed as we plan for the district’s long-term sustainability. For questions, please contact Customer Service at 541-548-6047, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
