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Water

Water shortages and problems around Minnesota — and the country — have many wondering what is the true cost of clean and reliable water. This reporting is supported in part by The Water Main, a project of American Public Media.

Judge: DNR allowed over-pumping of White Bear Lake's aquifer

Judge: DNR allowed over-pumping of White Bear Lake's aquifer

A Ramsey County judge Wednesday issued a stinging rebuke to the Department of Natural Resources over its management of White Bear Lake.
by Matt Sepic

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Changes to lock and dam aimed at stopping invasive carp

Changes to lock and dam aimed at stopping invasive carp

The relatively small adjustments in the spillway gate operation will prevent movement by adult carp without affecting barge traffic, the Corps of Engineers said in a news release.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Why are Atlantic salmon being farmed in the Northwest?

Why are Atlantic salmon being farmed in the Northwest?

Earlier this month, thousands of Atlantic salmon escaped a net pen in Washington state, raising concerns from environmentalists and questions about farming non-native species. Here are some answers.
by Courtney Flatt

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'Environmental nightmare' after thousands of Atlantic salmon escape Washington fish farm

'Environmental nightmare' after thousands of Atlantic salmon escape Washington fish farm

Officials blame the failure of a pen near Washington's Cypress Island on high tides caused by the eclipse, but that is being questioned. Fishing boats are scrambling to catch as many as possible.
by Courtney Flatt and John Ryan

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Wright County plan for mandatory boat inspections gets public review

Wright County plan for mandatory boat inspections gets public review

The pilot project would require boats to be checked, and decontaminated if necessary, at a regional inspection station in Annandale. It's part of an effort to combat invasive species that have infested about 5 percent of the Minnesota's lakes.
by Kirsti Marohn

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To protect wild rice, officials suggest new sulfate rule

To protect wild rice, officials suggest new sulfate rule

The proposal replaces a one-size-fits-all approach with a lake-by-lake approach. State regulators say it's more accurate and flexible, but Indian tribes and environmentalists, and some legislators and industry groups, are critical.
by Dan Kraker

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Researchers search for clues to toxic algae blooms

Researchers search for clues to toxic algae blooms

It's the dog days of summer in Minnesota, which means warm lakes and an uptick in reports of toxic blooms of algae across the state. Scientists are working to identify what triggers the algae.
by Dan Kraker

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Mankato to Dayton: Do better on water quality

Mankato to Dayton: Do better on water quality

The southern Minnesota city wants more help for farmers to reduce runoff, but the state says its hands are tied.
by Mark Steil

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