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Past and potential ferrous (iron) mining projects in Wisconsin

Click on the tabs below for short descriptions of iron deposits in Wisconsin that are currently being explored for mining or were the sites of historical mines.

Ferrous (iron) mining permitting process

Metallic mining involves the extraction of minerals bearing iron, copper, gold, lead, silver and zinc. For ferrous (iron) and other metallic mining, the DNR is the state agency with primary responsibility for regulating environmental aspects of…

Overview of ferrous (iron) mining in Wisconsin

Iron mining has more than a 150-year history in Wisconsin. By the mid-1800s there were iron mines operating in Dodge and Sauk counties, and by the turn of the century, iron was being mined in Jackson, Florence, Marinette, Iron and Ashland counties…

Reclamation fees and financial assurance

Nonmetallic mining reclamation fees and financial assurance ensure that county and local reclamation programs have enough money to cover administrative costs and to clean up and restore a nonmetallic mining site should the site operator or owner…

Registering nonmetallic mineral deposits

What is the intent of registration? Registration is intended to reserve finite nonmetallic mineral resources, through wise land use planning and zoning, for the needs of future generations. State law, by providing for the registration of…

Wisconsin Nonmetallic Mining Advisory Committee

The Nonmetallic Mining Advisory Committee plays a role in advising the DNR on administering the statewide nonmetallic mining reclamation program. Meetings must be scheduled at least annually. In general, the NMAC serves as a conduit for input from…

Superior Environmental Performance

Green Tier is dedicated to helping businesses, communities, and organizations move beyond minimum environmental requirements to reduce environmental impacts and maximize their resources in order to achieve a concept called superior environmental…

Videos and Webinars

This webpage links to a collection of informational videos and webinars about the Green Tier program. It also includes videos that feature the good work of Green Tier participants that are innovative and collaborative leaders.Informational…

Green Tier participant reports

Annual Report Instructions

Green Tier participants – Your annual report is your opportunity to share your accomplishments and illustrate your commitment to superior environmental performance. Through annual reporting, you help make the connection between Green Tier…