Central Wisconsin River Basin

Explore the following links to learn more about the natural resources and related activities in the Central Wisconsin River Basin.

CWRB State of the Basin Report (PDF, 417KB)

The Central Wisconsin River Basin is divided into 29 different watersheds. There are 29 watersheds. Surface waters comprise 3.3 percent of the entire basins surface area, with over 2,873 miles of streams and rivers. The Wisconsin River in the Central Wisconsin River Basin is made up of over 53,898 acres, 13 flowages and 15 dams. Numerous wastewater treatment plants discharge to steams and rivers in the basin, including the Wisconsin River.

To the right is a picture of the landscape near the Plover River.

Maps

• North Portion CWRB (PDF)
• Central Portion CWRB (PDF)
• South Portion CWRB (PDF)

UW Extension Site (exit DNR)

See also...

Surface Water Data Viewer (Hint: "Zoom To" the basin)
Wisconline Resources (exit DNR)
USGS Conditions (exit DNR)
Rare Species
Invasive Species
State Parks and Campgrounds (exit DNR)
Wisconsin's State Forests
Urban Forestry Staff
Drinking Water Database
Waste Management Program Regional Contacts
Lakes by County