Environment :
Lakes and rivers

Minnesotans are proud to point out that half the length of the mighty Mississippi River and over 14,000 lakes are within our borders. And we use them – Minnesotans love to spend time on or near water. But heavy use may be harming the water we so love. Unprecedented high rates of lakeshore development are threatening the habitat quality and pristine nature of many of our lakes.

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