Abstract: The relationship between mountain torrent disaster control and water and soil conservation is analysed in depth from perspectives of concept, influence, prevention and control measures, effect of measures. Before that we defined the concept of mountain torrent disaster, analysed its basic features, introduced the current status and achievements of prevention and control, and expounded the concepts of water and soil loss and water and soil conservation. Moreover, shortcomings in the work of soil and water conservation in China are presented in terms of work assignments among administrative departments and the ministry of water resources. The prevention and control of mountain torrent disaster as well as soil and water conservation are of great importance to the natural disaster mitigation and socio-economic development. We should seize the opportunity to make strategic plans and promote the economic development in mountainous areas.

Key words: mountain torrent disaster, soil and water loss, soil and water conservation, hilly areas, strategic planning