Chapter 31: Water Level Management

Chapter 31 of the Wisconsin Statutes outlines the regulations of dams and bridges affecting navigable waters. Some lakes have been created or their area expanded when dams have been installed. Establishing or changing levels on lakes or flowages will generally require DNR approval.

Chapter 31 protects your water rights as well as public safety by ensuring adequate planning and design of projects that may affect public waters.

Waterway and wetland permits
(exits site)

Chapter 31 Wisconsin Statutes
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