Board of Water and Soil Resources (MN)
State agency overseeing soil and water conservation districts, watershed districts, the Wetland Conservation Act, buffers and conservation easements such as RIM.
Board of Water and Soil Resources
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What you can look up here
- WetlandsSee mapped wetlands and who to ask before filling or building near one.
- SoilsSoil types, drainage, wetness, and farmland ratings.
- Lakes and waterLake depth maps, water quality, public access, and public waters status.
About this resource
- Provided by
- Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (official)
- Covers
- All of Minnesota
- Link status
- Opened normally at the last check
- Link checked
- Oct 9, 2026
- Web address
- https://bwsr.state.mn.us/
Who to contact
- Minnesota Board of Water and Soil ResourcesAdministers the Wetland Conservation Act through local government units and certifies wetland professionals.
- Phone
- 651-296-3767
- info.BWSR@state.mn.us
- Website
- Visit website
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