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Wetlands, like other natural resources, are vital to Wisconsin’s
environmental landscape and our outstanding quality of life. An
incredibly complex and important ecosystem, wetlands are home to
a wide variety of species from microorganisms to plants, fish,
amphibians, birds and many other forms of wildlife. In addition
to providing a habitat for animals and vegetation, wetlands help
prevent erosion and act as filters by removing pollutants from
the water and by aiding in nutrient absorption. Wetlands even
provide opportunities for popular recreational activities such
as hiking, fishing, and boating.
However, not all wetlands are created the same. Some are
man-made, while others have evolved naturally over time.
Wetlands vary in size, shape, location, and qualities. Each has
a combination of unique soil types, topography, climate,
hydrology, water chemistry, and vegetation. Some wetlands play a
critical role in our water cycle, while others do not.
Wisconsin has developed a wetland mitigation program that
recognizes the need for flexibility when it comes to regulating
the various types of wetlands. The wetland mitigation program is
intended to provide property owners with workable alternatives
when faced with an economic development project that would
damage or destroy a wetland. Below you can find available
resources about this issue.
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PowerPoint Presentations
There are two different PowerPoint presentations available
below. Please click on the link(s) below to open the PowerPoint
presentation. You MUST have Microsoft PowerPoint in order to
open and view these files.
Questions About the Wetland Mitigation Program - Please
email Dave Siebert
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