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WBLCD: Preserving White Bear Lake for future generations
Community and nature unite at White Bear Lake!
The lake has long been a treasured natural resource that brings people together to enjoy its beauty and outdoor opportunities. It provides an amazing setting during each of Minnesota’s gorgeous seasons to relax and rejuvenate along the waterfront, get active in the water, and enjoy the splendor and outdoor activities on the winter’s ice. It’s no wonder that we appreciate the lake as our home or destination and strive to protect and preserve it!
The White Bear Lake Conservation District (WBLCD) was formed by the State of Minnesota in 1971 for the purpose of taking care of the body of water known as White Bear Lake for all to enjoy. The Act granted the WBLCD extensive powers, which it exercises sparingly, as it collaborates with other agencies that also make rules and regulations regarding the lake.
Such policies include Minnesota DNR rules, bordering municipalities’ shoreline ordinances and related rules, Rice Creek Watershed District’s rules that protect our watershed’s surface and ground waters, and occasionally, rules from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Until further notice, our office will be open on an appointment-only basis. To make an appointment to visit our office, please call 651-429-8520 to leave a voicemail, or email wblcd@msn.com. The quickest response is usually via email.
WBLCD Mission Statement: White Bear Lake is the focal point of our community. The lake is highly valued for its aesthetic, recreational, commercial, environmental, aquatic life, and fish and wildlife qualities. These qualities and values should be protected and preserved for present and future generations.
2022 ADOPT-A-DRAIN CHALLENGE!
The challenge: The White Bear Lake Conservation District challenges its five member communities to more than double the number adopted drains by the end of October 2022. No prizes will be given, but our shared reward will be cleaner water and improved drainage on our streets. Results of our challenge will be announced at the WBLCD board meeting on November 15, 2022.
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The elevation of White Bear Lake has historically ranged from its low point of 918.8 mft (feet above mean sea level) in 2013 to its high point of 926.96 mft in 1906. The current lake level is updated online by the Minnesota DNR every four hours.
See the current lake level here >>
Historic lake levels chart
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WBLCD ordinance 16 says “No person shall operate a watercraft in such a manner that its wash or wake will endanger, harass, or unnecessarily interfere with any other person or property…” Operators of wake boats designed to create waves for surfing need to take special care. A recent study from the University of Minnesota shows that wake boats generate waves with height, energy and power that extend more than twice as far as those of regular speedboats. WATCH YOUR WAKE!
Meetings are held at 7pm in the WBL City Hall.
Jan 18, Feb 15, Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sept 20, Oct 18, Nov 15.
Jan 18, Feb 15, Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21, Jul 19, Aug 16, Sept 20, Oct 18, Nov 15.
Until further notice our office will continue to operate remotely. If you need to get something please send an email to wblcd@msn.com to set up an appointment.
WBLCD board meeting May 17 at 7pm at the White Bear Lake City Hall Council Chambers. LUC will meet at 6:00pm prior to Executive Board.
Check in often for noteworthy, lake-related news and environmental tips from our local sources: Pioneer Press, Star Tribune and White Bear Press.
Lake map with parks, roads types, commercial bay, boat landing, ramp and parking, peninsulars, bays and rock bar clearly marked.