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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.

Hydrologic Unit Maps

Seaber, P.R.

A set of four-color "Hydrologic Unit Maps" show the approved boundries of, and numerical codes for river-basin units of the United States. These maps, developed by the U.S. Geological Survey, present information on drainage, culture, hydrography, and hydrologic boundaries. Plotted at a scale of 1:500,000 units, the Geological Survey State base-map are a complete list of all the hydrologic units, along with their drainage area names and the States in which they reside.

River Survey Report, Minnesota River (Part) M-55

The River Survey Report contains a variety of studies performed on the Minnesota River between Mankato and the Mississippi River. First, there is an explanation of the geology and topography of the area. The next section contains physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the river. The findings of the survey indicated that the Minnesota River is highly susceptible to quick runoff and the erosion that results. The authors do not believe that a full scale river reclamation project is practical, however, they do suggest that limiting the pollution inputs is possible.

Bevens Creek Watershed Hydrology Study and Water management Plan I and S Engineers INC

Surprenant, K.F.

The Bevens Creek Watershed has an extensive creek-ditch drainage system. At the time of this report there was recent crop loss due to flooding. Also, creek and ditch maintenance needs, potential for increased runoff and peak flow due to urbanization, and peak discharge limitations were of concern. The report contains a management plan designed to address these issues. It was determined that the flooding existed due to the area's flat terrain, poorly designed ditches (too shallow), and the drainage of natural storage areas such as wetlands, lakes and marshes.

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.

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