Impaired Waterbodies of Wisconsin.

The US EPA has a website that has a searchable database to look up different water bodies in the state of Wisconsin.

The database includes the TMDL (total maximum daily load) for a given material into a waterbody.  Some streams and rivers are impaired due to too much of something entering the system.

Mercury TMDLs are being developed.   Fish advisories are in place.

In our neck of the woods the St. Louis River is the main body of water of concern. 

Enjoy our local waterways

We want clean water.  We can all help keep it clean from our activities on land and on water.  Get outdoors this summer season and enjoy our local waterways.  UWS is organizing community paddle events.   Also, plans are being made to Celebrate Lake Superior Day on July 20 at Barker's Island.  Stay tuned for more information.


Community Paddle evenings on select Wednesday evenings starting at 5:30 p.m.

Tentative Locations: Locations will vary based on weather and water conditions
June 25 -Allouez Bay
July 9 -Billings Park
July 16 -Billings Park *Youth Paddle
July 23 -WI Point
Aug. 6 -Nemadji River
Aug. 13 -Allouez Bay *Youth Paddle

Kayak rentals available on a first come first served basis for $5.

If you have any questions or would like to receive weekly emails about specific times and locations, contact us at Adventures@uwsuper.edu or (715)395-4647.