A clean Lake Wisconsin for the enjoyment of future generations

Volunteer Opportunities

Water quality can refer to water clarity; or, how far light can penetrate down into the water. Clear water allows the sunlight to reach underwater aquatic plants that provide food […]

Wisconsin River TMDL

The DNR, together with many partners throughout the basin, are working to improve water quality of the Wisconsin River, its reservoirs and tributaries. The Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) study […]

Water Quality & Lake Monitoring

secchi disk

Water quality can refer to water clarity; or, how far light can penetrate down into the water. Clear water allows the sunlight to reach underwater aquatic plants that provide food […]

Plants and Animal Species of Lake Wisconsin

great blue heron

Lake Wisconsin is home to many plants, fish, and wildlife species. Below are publications to assist residents and visitors of Lake Wisconsin with identifying these species. Resources & Publications Fish […]

Aquatic Invasive Species

eurasian watermilfoil

Whether they come in ballast water, on the hulls of recreation boats or from the water of an angler’s bait bucket, many non-native species such as zebra mussels and Eurasian […]

Storm Water Runoff

storm water runoff

Storm water runoff is rain and melting snow that flows off building rooftops, driveways, lawns, streets, parking lots, construction sites, and industrial storage yards. Developed areas are covered by buildings […]

Pier, Dock & Wharves Regulations

pier

Piers are a popular focus for boating and waterfront recreation. What pier owners need to know is that they can continue to place their existing piers on the water, the same […]