Waterways
- Hearing/Meeting
Advisory Committee Meeting on Waterbody Assessments
This is a meeting to update Advisory Committee members on proposed changes to chapter NR 102, Wis. Adm. Code, related to surface waterbody assessments using biological assessment tools (rule WY-23-13).
- News
Wisconsin Beachgoers: Be Aware Of Blue-Green Algae Risks
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reminding beachgoers and their pets to watch for blue-green algae and know the risks. Blue-green algae can cause illness if swallowed or inhaled in water droplets, or irritation if rubbed on the skin under clothing.
- Hearing/Meeting
PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL HEARING regarding the proposed reissuance of the WISCONSIN POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (WPDES) GENERAL PERMIT NO. WI-0046515-07-0
This general permit is applicable to the point source discharge of pollutants to a water of the state associated with stormwater and/or wastewater from nonmetallic mineral mining operations, nonmetallic mineral processing operations, or other…
- News
DNR Begins Dredging And Cleanup Of Three-Quarter Mile Segment Of Portage Canal
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) continues cleaning up the Portage Canal this year, with dredging and related cleanup of a three-quarter mile-long segment of the canal located in the city of Portage.
- Hearing/Meeting
Wisconsin Waterways Commission Meeting
The Wisconsin Waterways Commission will discuss and approve requests for financial aid for the recreational boating facilities grant program. They will also discuss some policy issues.
- News
DNR Recommends Regional Strategy For Central Sands High-Capacity Well Withdrawals, Seeks Public Comment
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released a draft report summarizing its Central Sands Lakes Study and is accepting public comment on the results.
- Hearing/Meeting
Central Sands Lakes Study Public Hearing
The DNR will hold a virtual public hearing on April 28 at 6 p.m. to discuss study findings and recommendations.
- News
Runoff Management Grants Annual Report Now Available
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the 2020-2021 Annual Report of Runoff Management Grants highlighting the work to stop polluted runoff from entering the state’s waters is available now.
- Hearing/Meeting
Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Friends Group Meeting
The group will be discussing the details involved in a Friends Group creation specifically for the Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area.
- Hearing/Meeting
Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area Annual Property Stakeholder Meeting
The 2021 Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area Annual Property Stakeholder Meeting will take place online. The group will be discussing highlights and accomplishments of projects from the previous year and discuss any upcoming projects for the next…