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The Minnesota River Basin: Hydrologic Overview and Assessment of Spring Resurges

B. Magner, J.A.

The Minnesota River follows the path of the Glacial River Warren. The valley is a hydrologically dynamic system cut through glacial sediments deposited by the Des Moines Lobe of the Laurentide ice sheet. From west to east across the basin precipitation increases while total dissolved solids, sulfates and trace element boron decrease. Upland storage has been decreased during the past century through the use of tiling and ditches. This decrease is believed to result in lower numbers of wetland acres and accelerated movement of soil and dissolved minerals to the river and its tributaries.

High Density Riain Guage Monitoring

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Lac qui Parle Project: A Preliminary Report on Environmental Impacts, Agency Policy, Investigations and Management Recommendations Regarding Annual Snag Removal From the Upper Minnesota River

Zachmann, W

The removal of snags and vegetation from river channels is a common practice. It is believed that through this practice water will move faster through the system, thus reducing the threat of flooding and damage. However, the data presented in this study demonstrate that the benefits of snag removal are weak in comparison to the effects it has on biological conditions and the sediment load of the stream. The author suggests that best management practices are alternatives.

A Biological Reconnaissance of the Minnesota River from the Lac Qui Parle Dam to Mankato

Schneider, J.A.

This publication is the first biological survey of the section of the Minnesota River that flows from Lac Qui Parle Dam to Mankato. The purpose of the study was to gain an understanding of what fish species were present and in what numbers so that fisheries managers could make informed decisions. The survey contains a list of the fish species that were collected and some of its tributaries. Also included are a description of the watershed and river, discussion of the effects of pollution, and a history of fisheries management.

Water and Related Land Resources Planning Information, Problems and Alternative Solutions digest for Southern Minnesota River Basin, Minnesota

Walton, W.C.

This document, created in 1972, contains a listing of the majority of information that existed on the Rivers in Southern Minnesota. These Rivers included the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers.

Water resources of the Minnesota River-Hawk Creek River Watershed, Southwestern Minnesota

VanVoast, W.A.

The Redwood River Watershed is located in Southwestern Minnesota. The hydrologic atlas describing the characteristics of the watershed contains three sheets. These sheets describe the water budget, ground water and surface water of the drainage area.

Water resources of the Redwood River Watershed, Southwestern Minnesota

The Redwood River Watershed is located in Southwestern Minnesota and drains approximately 700 square miles. The hydrologic atlas describing the characteristics of the watershed contains three sheets. These sheets describe the water budget, ground water and surface water of the drainage area.

Upper Minnesota River Comprehensive Basin Study

The Upper Mississippi River Comprehensive Basin Study is a nine volume publication. These volumes investigate the status of water and land resources within the Upper Mississippi River Basin. The first of these volumes is the main report. This selection gives a general synopsis of what the study determined.

Water Body Survey and Assessment for use Attainability Investigation of the Le Sueur River Near Waseca, Minnesota

A study was conducted on the Le Sueur River to determine if a classification of 2B was appropriate. A survey of the fish species present collected game and fish species in several of the Le Sueur's reaches along with varying numbers and species of rough/forge species. Water quality testing indicated that the Le Sueur River was often out of compliance with parameters set for 2B type systems. These parameters included dissolved oxygen, un-ionized ammonia, copper and fecal coliforms. Habitat evaluation indicated fair habitat quality.

Water Resources Data For Minnesota 1966-1995

This yearly product from the USGS contains surface water and water quality records for the monitoring sites in Minnesota. Flow data is available for 1966-1995. There were 22 sites being monitored in the Minnesota River. A few monitoring site location changes occurred, but most sites remained constant throughout the years.

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