BWSR presents GIS and modeling tool to identify water‑storage sites and speed local project decisions The Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) demonstrated a PTM‑app integrated framework using LIDAR to map drain basins and tens of thousands of candidate water‑storage sites; the tool generates hydrographs in real time and supports watershed engagement and prioritization.

A groundbreaking tool that harnesses LIDAR technology has identified thousands of potential water-storage sites in Minnesota, revolutionizing local decision-making for wetland restoration.

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Red Board advances 10 large-scale flood and water storage projects in Minnesota Red Board initiates funding process for flood impoundment projects requiring 89 state permits.

Minnesota is taking bold steps to combat flooding with the Red Board's ambitious funding for ten major water management projects, highlighting the state's crucial role in environmental stewardship.

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