Wetland Compensatory Mitigation

The collection of links below refers to general information and resources on Compensatory Wetland Mitigation. If you need more information or have questions that are not answered here, please contact Pat Trochlell (608) 267-2453 or Julia Wilcox (608) 266-8117.

General Information and Guidelines

• Introduction to Wetland Compensatory Mitigation in Wisconsin
• Guidelines for Wetland Compensatory Mitigation in Wisconsin [PDF 1.4MB]
• MOA with Federal Agencies Concerning the Adoption of Mitigation Guidelines in Wisconsin, May 2002 [PDF 97KB]
• Current Reporting Information

Wetland Permit and Mitigation Information for Applicants

• Wetlands Permit Information
• Applicant Checklist
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Training Materials for Consultants
• Conservation Easement Information

Contacts

• US Army Corps of Engineers Project Managers [exit DNR]
• DNR Water Management Specialists

Administrative Codes

• NR 103: Water Quality Standards for Wetlands [exit DNR, PDF]
• Understanding the NR 103 Decision Making Process
• NR 350: Wetland Compensatory Mitigation [exit DNR, PDF]

Legislation (Federal)

• § 404 Clean Water Act [exit DNR]
• Overview of § 404 Clean Water Act [exit DNR]
• Compensating for Wetland Losses under the Clean Water Act [exit DNR] (National Research Council report, 2001)

Legislation (State)

• 1999 Wisconsin Act 147 [exit DNR, PDF]
• Wisconsin State Statutes [exit DNR]