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DNR Issues Waukesha Diversion Approval, Implementing Great Lakes Compact Council Decision

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that it issued the state diversion approval to the City of Waukesha. This approval is the final step in the review process for the City of Waukesha’s application to divert Lake Michigan water for public water supply to the City of Waukesha, and return treated wastewater to Lake Michigan via the Root River.

Enforcement | Recreation | Safety | ATV

Ride Responsibly This Holiday Weekend

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking ATV and UTV operators to ride safely this Fourth of July weekend.

Education | Environmental Protection | Public Health | Regulations | Wildlife Habitat

Keep Wildlife Wild: Know What To Do If You Find A Fawn This Summer

As the start of summer brings more opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites and visitors of the possibility of encountering white-tailed fawns.

Public Health | Safety | Drinking Water

DNR Seeking Public Comment For Environmental Review Of City Of St. Croix Falls Safe Drinking Water Loan Program Project

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City Of St. Croix Falls is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the construction of a Booster station and the replacement of watermains in the City of St. Croix Falls.

Recreation | Public Input

DNR To Host Preliminary Public Hearing On Sturgeon Spearing Regulations

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a preliminary public hearing on July 8 to discuss a scope statement that relates to the sturgeon spearing harvest regulations and the use of technology during the Winnebago System sturgeon spearing season.