Great Lakes Restoration in Minnesota

Federal Investments are Producing Results in Minnesota

Federal investments to restore and protect the Great Lakes are producing results for communities around Minnesota. Steel walls that line working rivers in Duluth are being converted into natural shoreline, allowing fish and wildlife to return. Cleaned up waterways like the St. Louis River are inviting once more to folks for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.

But Serious Threats Remain

Lake Superior continues to be threatened by toxic pollution from old industrial sites. Habitat degradation leads to polluted runoff entering streams that flow into the lakes. And to keep drinking water and wastewater safe, Minnesota needs $12.567 billion over the next 20 years to repair and replace crumbling infrastructure. We need the federal government to continue partnering with Minnesota to invest in Great Lakes restoration and affordable water infrastructure to protect our lakes.

Featured Success Story

Northern Minnesota River has
Stronger Riverbanks, Less Erosion

Installing fallen trees, re-establishing flood plains, and planting new trees along Minnesota’s Flute Reed River helped stabilize the river, reduce sedimentation, and provide habitat for fish and wildlife.