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Great Lakes Natural & Nature-Based Features Playbook

…to plan, design, and implement sustainable, adaptable and cost-effective NNBF measures, either instead of, or in addition to, traditional structural and non-structural flood risk management practices. This project is led…

FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grant Programs

…provides funding to help communities implement hazard mitigation measures focused on reducing the risk of harm from wildfire. Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities – provides assistance for hazard mitigation projects…

Visual Signs of Erosion Photo Guide

A guide for spotting signs of erosion along Wisconsin’s coastlines. Visual Signs of Erosion Photo Guide Download the Guide Overview This photo guide was developed by Wisconsin Sea Grant and

Great Lakes Coastal Forecasting System

…to get a comprehensive understanding of lake conditions and develop informed management responses, business decisions, or personal actions.   Check out the Nowcast and Forecast models on the GLCFS website!…

Great Lakes Coastal Processes

…Processes blog breaks down these processes with expert interviews and analysis of current research. Myth Busting: Evaporation on the Great Lakes & other Water Level Fluctuations This blog will expose…

Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts’ 2021 Assessment Report

combat the change. The featured sectors include air, land, water, built environment, and people. The report is offered digitally and contains links to full interviews, stories, and working groups. These…

A Property Owner’s Guide to Protecting Your Bluff

…guide explains practices that property owners can use to take care of their bluffs, including informed site usage, proper water drainage, stabilizing vegetation, and if necessary, bluff toe protection. Download

Introducing: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

…lakes watershed. The USACE Chicago office outlines program priorities as supporting navigation, flood and coastal storm risk management, aquatic ecosystem restoration, lakes and recreation, emergency management, and regulation. How Does…

Fall 2018 Water Level Update: Lake Michigan Water Levels Remain Above Average

Compared to this year’s highest water levels experienced in July, Lake Michigan is down almost 5 inches. A decrease in water levels like this is expected throughout the fall and