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County Resources
County participation in the multi-discharger variance (MDV) for phosphorus is completely voluntary. If counties participate, they agree to comply with the requirements of the program to the best of their ability. By participating in the MDV,…
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Wisconsin's Phosphorus Rule
Overview Phosphorus has long been recognized as the controlling factor in plant and algae growth in Wisconsin lakes and streams. Small increases in phosphorus can fuel substantial increases in aquatic plant and algae growth, which in turn can…
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Wisconsin's Water Quality Trading
Project Maps Find adaptive management and water quality trading projects around the state. Overview Overview USGS Gage Station-->
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Adaptive Management and Water Quality Trading Project Locations
This map depicts WPDES permit holders that have formally selected adaptive management or water quality trading as their preferred phosphorus compliance option. Select a pin on the map to view more information about the permit holder, including the…
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Adaptive Management
Project maps Find adaptive management and water quality trading projects around the state. Tools Resources are available to assist you in developing adaptive management and water quality trading plans and in modeling the impacts of management…
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Lower Fox River Basin Volunteer Monitoring Program
In May 2012, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved the Lower Fox River Basin Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL). The TMDL set targets to improve surface water quality by reducing phosphorus and sediment loading in the watershed.
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Groundwater Coordinating Council And Agency-Funded Research Highlights
Projects funded by the Groundwater Coordinating Council (GCC), state agencies and the UW have provided valuable information regarding Wisconsin's groundwater resources, helped evaluate existing programs, increased the knowledge of the movement of…
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Wisconsin Groundwater Research and Monitoring Program
Wisconsin is recognized as a national leader in groundwater research, which is appropriate given how uniquely important this resource is for public health, the economy and the environment in this state. For example:
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Report archives
The Groundwater Coordinating Council prepares an annual report each year that summarizes the operations and activities of the council, describes the state of the groundwater resource and its management and makes recommendations. The report is due…
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Recommendations
The GCC identifies its recommendations for future groundwater protection and management. These recommendations include top priorities of immediate concern and ongoing efforts that require continued support.