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About the District
The Prior Lake-Spring Lake Watershed District (PLSLWD) was formed on March 4, 1970 at the
request of local citizens. The District covers about 42 square miles in Scott County, MN. Water in the PLSLWD
flows mainly from the southwest to the northeast through Spring, Upper Prior and Lower Prior Lakes, and then north
through the Prior Lake Outlet Channel to the Minnesota River near Valley Fair amusement park.
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| Gabion construction to address erosion. |
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| Gabion Construction completed in July, 2003. |
Who is the PLSLWD?
The PLSLWD is administered by a five-person Board of Managers appointed by the Scott County
Commissioners. All of the District's policies, goals, and accomplishments are directed by the people who serve on
the Board.
The District also employees three staff: an Administrator, Technician, and Office Assistant.
This team handles the day-to-day operation of the District, from reading Prior Lake levels, to reviewing development
plans, to answering calls from interested citizens.
What does the PLSLWD do?
The Board of Managers oversees many efforts to conserve, protect and manage water resources
within the PLSLWD. The District works closely with local cities, townships, Scott County and state agencies to
accomplish its goals. All of the District's activities are outlined in its comprehensive plan, called the Water
Resources Management Plan. Ongoing activities include:
- Water quality monitoring
- Land management (filter strips, wetland restoration)
- Lake water quality improvement efforts (aquatic plant management, water quality education, cost-share projects)
- Permitting and inspection of development and other land-disturbing activities
- Prior Lake outlet operation and maintenance, and long-term planning for Prior Lake water levels (including
enhancement of the Prior Lake Outlet Channel)
- Business and homeowner education
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