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There is always something happening in the watershed. Our event calendar, blog, and project pages are here to help you stay up-to-date. What's more, in 2019 we'll be hosting a series of special events and activities to help you explore your watershed. Click the logo on the right to read all about it. Want more?  Subscribe to our newsletter.

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Zebra Mussels Found in Lotus Lake
A water sample with zebra mussel larvae led to follow-up searches and confirmation of zebra mussels in Lotus Lake, located in the City of Chanhassen in Carver County.
Date posted: 10/31/2019
Photo Contest Ends Friday, October 18th
We want to see the district through your eyes! We are looking for photos from all seasons, featuring lakes, streams, recreation, wildlife, plants, or anything else outdoors that catches your eye. Winners will have their photos printed in RPBCWD 2020 Calendar, highlighted at rpbcwd.org, shared on our social media accounts, and more! The RPBCWD photo contest will close on October 18th, 2019.
Date posted: 10/14/2019
45-day review period for updated rules
The comment period is now open for proposed revisions to the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District's regulatory requirements. In the past several months, Riley-Purgatory-Bluff Creek Watershed District has drafted revisions to its rules, based on input from a variety of stakeholders.
Date posted: 9/6/2019

Featured projects

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Lower Riley Creek Ecological Restoration

Jun 8, 2018, 11:42 AM

Riley Creek is unhealthy due to high levels of sediment in the water. There is active erosion occurring along the creek because of increased stormwater discharge. RPBCWD is working with the City of Eden Prairie and LMRWD to stabilize and enhance the creek.

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Bluff Creek Tributary Restoration

Dec 5, 2018, 6:19 PM

A project to improve the health of Bluff Creek by decreasing streambank erosion and reconnecting the creek to nearby wetlands

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Scenic Heights School Forest Restoration

Oct 26, 2017, 11:27 AM

Welcome to the Scenic Heights School Forest Restoration! This project will restore a healthy ecosystem in the school forest, one that promotes clean water in nearby Purgatory Creek, and provides habitat for wildlife.

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Chanhassen High School Stormwater Capture and Reuse

Jul 27, 2018, 2:30 PM

This project will capture stormwater before it flows into Bluff Creek, and reuse the water to irrigate athletic fields at Chanhassen High School.

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