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    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.

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    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…

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    Save The Date: Wisconsin Water Week March 8-12

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites the public to participate in Wisconsin Water Week, a digital experience from March 8-12, 2021. This year’s virtual interactive event spotlights protecting and enhancing Wisconsin’s water.

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    DNR Reminds Wisconsinites To Reduce Salt Use This Winter

    Reduce salt usage this winter and help improve Wisconsin’s freshwater ecosystems. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Salt Wise remind Wisconsin residents of the negative impacts of chlorides and best practices for responsible salt use during Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week, Jan. 11-15, 2021.

  • News

    DNR Seeking Data On Water Quality Of Lakes, Streams And Rivers

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking data on the water quality of lakes, streams and rivers in our state. Every two years, the DNR requests Wisconsinites and interested groups submit their biological, chemical and physical surface water data. 

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    DNR seeks comments on updated surface water assessment guidance

    The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comment on guidance that helps water management specialists evaluate the status of the state’s surface water quality.

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    Lake levels

    NOTES ON WATERWAYS PERMITSFor each project type below, if an exemption or a general permit is available, you will find a link to a checklist of requirements. If your project does not meet exemption eligibility criteria, review the general permit…

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