Watersheds and lake water quality
Lakes are a reflection of the health and activity occurring in the surrounding landscape. Learn about lake types, lake states, changes in lake levels, and how watersheds effect lakes.
Wisconsin's jewels in the landscape
Lakes are beautiful natural resources. They are also places where we gather together to watch sunsets off piers, tell fish stories, and enjoy fun in the sun and tranquil moments. Our collective memories "at the lake" are an important part of why so many of us are interested in lake protection.
Measuring lake health
A healthy lake is made up of a many components. Water quality and shorelands support aquatic plants and fish and wildlife.
Issues affecting lake health
Wisconsin lakes face many challenges including; development pressure, polluted runoff, aquatic invasive species, changes to shorelands, and groundwater withdrawals
