The following are terms used in the Groundwater Retrieval Network (GRN).
The Groundwater Retrieval Network (GRN) reports well information and well sample result data from several DNR databases. GRN can help you find information about an individual well or analyze regional or statewide groundwater conditions.
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…
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:
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…
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.
The GCC consists of the heads of all state agencies with some responsibility for groundwater management plus a Governor’s representative.The state agencies include the Departments of Natural Resources (DNR); Agriculture, Trade and Consumer…
Groundwater is abundant in Wisconsin and available in sufficient amounts throughout most of the state. Groundwater provides adequate water supplies for most municipal, industrial, agricultural and domestic uses. However, groundwater pumping can…
Groundwater pollution from human activities and natural sources happens across Wisconsin. This is of particular concern for the 70% of Wisconsinites who get their drinking water from groundwater. Other groups concerned about groundwater quality…
The Groundwater Coordinating Council (GCC) is an interagency group that is directed by law to assist state agencies in the coordination and exchange of information related to groundwater programs.Administrative support for the GCC is provided by the…