Boat & Water Safety
Due to recent heavy rains and high water across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is giving counties, cities and townships more authority to enact ordinances to address high water in their area. Read the official order from the DNR.
People must be especially cautious around high water; making sure they wear a life jacket and are aware of local flooding conditions and alerts. People also should not venture into flooded areas.
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The Boat & Water Safety program:
- provides the public with safety information and education programs, and coordinates the efforts of other safety agencies and groups throughout the state.
- collects and interprets statistical data on boat and water accidents and boating in general. Minnesota has the highest per capita boat registration figure in the country.
- Provides boating safety education programs for 12 through 17-year-olds to operate motorboats and personal watercraft. Also provide training programs for adults who may require training prior to operating boats in other States or Canadian Provinces. Find out more about boat and water safety education.
St. Croix No Wake Zone
- St. Croix high water No Wake restrictions
- Bridge Construction - Slow-No-Wake zone around the St. Croix Crossing bridge project. (Mn/DOT)
Local and State Lake and River Restrictions
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