This layer represents locations of best management practices (BMPs) reported to the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) via the eLINK grant reporting system from 2003 to...

Rare natural communities are one of several “Special Considerations” listed in the Wetland Conservation Act rules for consideration under wetland replacement application.The...

The State of Minnesota wetland banking program is authorized by State statutes and associated State rules (Chapter 8420). The program requires that all land being utilized for...

Conservation easements are a critical component of the state’s efforts to improve water quality by reducing soil erosion, phosphorus and nitrogen loading, and improving wildlife...

Soil loss on agricultural fields from wind and water erosion reduces soil productivity. Delivery of eroded sediment to nearby water resources causes turbidity and phosphorus...

MarxanThis data layer maps priority areas for protecting biological diversity. The data was generated using Marxan - the most widely-used decision support software for the...

This data set provides information on funded projects through the Legacy Admendment and their distribution through the state of Minnesota. The data was derived from information...

An annual Virtual Conservation Tour highlighting successful conservation projects installed by the Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD).

The Conservation Projects Map showcases conservation projects across the county that the SWCD has assisted Dakota County landowners in installing on their property. You may...

This interactive web map allows Minnesota citizens to locate parcels and parcel details regarding funded fee title and conservation easement land acquisitons going back to...

This interactive web map allows Minnesota citizens to monitor investments from the Clean Water and Legacy Admendment (Arts and Cultural Heritage, Clean Water, Outdoor Heritage...