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Water Attitudes and Perceptions in Oklahoma: Results of a Statewide Survey

Water Attitudes and Perceptions in Oklahoma: Results of a Statewide Survey. Damian C. Adams , Asst. Prof., Department of Agricultural Economics, Oklahoma State University Mike D. Smolen ,

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Water Attitudes and Perceptions in Oklahoma: Results of a Statewide Survey

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  1. Water Attitudes and Perceptions in Oklahoma: Results of a Statewide Survey Damian C. Adams, Asst. Prof., Department of Agricultural Economics, Oklahoma State University Mike D. Smolen, Prof. & Water Quality Coordinator, Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering, Oklahoma State University Robert L. Mahler, Prof. & Water Quality Coordinator, Department of Soil Science, University of Idaho

  2. Overview • Funded by Southern Regional Water Program – USDA/CSREES • Evaluate attitudes & perceptions on water • Surveys in 6 states – Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Tennessee and Florida • 54 questions on water quality and quantity

  3. Survey Implementation • Respondent class: equal male/female, over 18, otherwise balanced to 2000 US Census • Dillman (2005) survey method: Pre-survey introductory letter, pre-survey reminder post cards, mailed surveys, additional reminders and follow-ups • July/August 2008 • 272/500 completed (54.5% response rate)

  4. Respondent Profiles

  5. Environmental attitude?

  6. Summary Results

  7. How important are the following water issues to you?

  8. Importance of actions in protecting our water resources?

  9. Issue Importance by Community Size

  10. Drinking Water Source

  11. Protecting & Preserving Water Resources

  12. Water Quantity Perceptions

  13. Tap Water Safety

  14. Pollutants affecting water quality in your area?

  15. Sources Most Responsible?

  16. Enough water? Efforts?

  17. Impacts of Climate Change?

  18. Learning Opportunities - Topics

  19. Learning Opportunities - Modes

  20. Sources of information

  21. Changed views?

  22. Conclusion • Very high importance, conflicting uses • Preferences & perceptions differ by community size & other demographics • Uncertainty & concern for current/future supplies • Education/Awareness opportunities • Analysis ongoing… THANK YOU

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