The leadership of Campus Operations would like to acknowledge the recent landscaping conditions across campus and provide an update on the steps they are taking to address them.
The summer of 2025 marks the first operational season of new irrigation infrastructure —a major system enhancement that delivers irrigation water campus wide from a canal rather than domestic water. More than one mile of piping has been installed. Common to most infrastructure projects, the first period of use often involves adjustments and problem-solving.
In this project’s case, the pump at the canal headgate has required modification and fine-tuning, increased system pressure has ruptured aging irrigation lines, and sediment buildup has caused clogging in irrigation heads across campus. These issues have disrupted water delivery in several areas, leading to dry spots and grass loss.
In addition, the scale and urgency of the project have required the full attention of the Landscape Services team, resulting in delays to routine landscape maintenance, particularly in planting beds and tree care.
Campus Operations understands the importance of the campus’ appearance, and is actively working with the Division of Public Works and the contractor to address and resolve these issues. The tea, is committed to ensuring the system performs reliably and efficiently.
To help restore landscape conditions, Campus Operations will engage with a third-party service provider who will supplement the Landscape Services team through the remainder of the summer. Their focus will include landscape beds, trees and shrubs that have fallen behind in care. Viable grass areas will be reseeded as weather allows, and a full recovery is expected in spring 2026.
Contact campusoperations@boisestate.edu with questions or concerns.