Waterways
- Hearing/Meeting
Public information hearing regarding the proposed reissuance of the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) permit for the Village of Merrillan
This is a public information hearing regarding the proposed reissuance of the Wisconsin Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (WPDES) permit for the Village of Merrillan.
- Hearing/Meeting
Village of Somers Diversion Application Public Hearing
This is a public informational meeting and a public hearing on the Village of Somers application to divert Lake Michigan water with return flow to Lake Michigan.
- Hearing/Meeting
Second public hearing on permanent rule CR 19-094 (Board Order WY-23-13) to revise chs. NR 102 and 217 relating to processes for waterbody assessments and impaired waters listing
This is the second public hearing on permanent rule CR 19-094 (Board Order WY-23-13) to revise chs. NR 102 and 217 relating to processes for waterbody assessments and impaired waters listing, biological thresholds for water quality standards, and…
- Hearing/Meeting
Preliminary public hearing on Statement of Scope SS 052-21 (Board Order WY-21-20) relating to site-specific phosphorus criteria for Lac Courte Oreilles
This is a preliminary public hearing on Statement of Scope SS 052-21 (Board Order WY-21-20) relating to site-specific phosphorus criteria for Lac Courte Oreilles.
- 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.
- Webpage
Waterway Permit Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to questions about permitting for activities that may impact navigable waterways below.The DNR Waterways Program regulates several activities, including:
- 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.