Regulations
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Construction site storm water permits
On October 1, 2021 the department has made a final determination to reissue the Wisconsin Pollution Discharge Elimination System “Construction Site Storm Water Runoff General Permit” Storm Water Associated With Land Disturbing Construction Activity…
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NR 151 rule changes - silurian bedrock
Public input opportunity There is a public hearing on the NR 151 rule September 15, 2017…
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Notices of discharge
The notice of discharge program is an enforcement process through Ch. NR 243, Wis. Adm. Code, addressing unacceptable practices at animal feeding operations with less than 1,000 animal units. Local governmental units (typically county land…
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Agricultural performance standards and manure management prohibitions
Agricultural performance standards and manure management prohibitions are outlined in Ch. NR 151, Wis. Adm. Code [exit DNR]. This rule establishes performance standards for urban and transportation sources of polluted runoff as well.
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Technical & financial assistance resources for agricultural operations
Agricultural operations may research technical assistance and explore potential financial assistance for various issues, including livestock siting and nonpoint source (NPS) runoff management through these resources.
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Wisconsin DNR settles lawsuit with Dairy Business Association
On June 8, 2016, the DNR issued a public notice seeking comment on proposed draft guidance, "Feed Storage Area Runoff Controls for CAFOs." We are writing to notify you that pursuant to a settlement agreement between the DNR and the Dairy Business…
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CAFOs, water permits and NR 243
Compliance with Wisconsin's agricultural standards and prohibitions is required of all cropland and livestock operations in the state, regardless of size. Reducing or preventing manure or process wastewater pollution from agricultural operations…
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CAFO and CAFO WPDES permit statistics
Wisconsin is home to an increasing number of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs). The Department of Natural Resources is pleased to offer you easy access to statistics and geographical information about Wisconsin's CAFOs and the…
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Publications and resources for CAFOs and other agriculture operations
There are many resources for farmers and other agricultural operators that provide information and guidance about farming and the environment. In addition to the Department of Natural Resources, resources are available from other Wisconsin state…
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Plans & specifications for reviewable structures & systems
At least 90 days before beginning construction, existing or proposed Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) must submit plans and specifications for reviewable construction projects to the DNR for approval. DNR approval of these reviewable…