Quality Water for Quality Life

Preserving and improving water resources and related ecosystems in eastern Ramsey County and western Washington County, Minnesota.

Lake Owasso Shoreline Restoration

Shoreline restoration work at Lake Owasso is part of an ongoing effort to improve water quality and reduce erosion. This project will restore over 700 feet of shoreline between the boat launch and the beach area.

St. Pascal Baylon Church

A curb cut rain garden and tree trench treats stormwater falling on the church parking lot before it reaches Battle Creek.

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2023 Watershed Excellence and Landscape Ecology Awards

2023 Watershed Excellence and Landscape Ecology Awards

On Thursday, November 16th, we recognized exemplary champions of water resources in the district at the 2023 Watershed Excellence and LEAP (Landscape Ecology Awards Program)…

Drought Tolerant Native Plants and Turf Grass Alternatives- A Short List

Drought Tolerant Native Plants and Turf Grass Alternatives- A Short List

RWMWD Natural Resources Program Staff After record-breaking snowfall during the winter of 2022-2023, most of Minnesota is experiencing drought. This year’s drought follows similar dry…

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