Waterways
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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 PERMITS For 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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Water Withdrawals and Irrigation Permitting
NOTES ON WATERWAYS PERMITS For 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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Storm debris cleanup on waterways
This information is specific to DNR Waterways Program regulations and is designed to help answer questions regarding cleaning up debris in lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands.
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Streambank erosion - determine your site location
If you are starting a new project or repairing a pre-existing project, please follow these steps to verify your project location, and to determine if you are eligible for a general permit.
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Stream realignment and enclosure
NOTES ON WATERWAYS PERMITS For 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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Shoreline Erosion Control Structures Permitting
NOTES ON WATERWAYS PERMITS For each erosion control 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…
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Shoreline Erosion: Causes, Prevention, and Control Options
CAUSES OF EROSION Streams are continually downcutting into their valley, carrying sediments downstream particle by particle. The current moves from side to side, undercutting banks and causing the stream channel to meander. The ice of frozen lakes…