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Wetlands
Wetlands
Michigan's wetlands law recognizes the important benefits provided by wetlands and their vital role in recreation, tourism, and the economy. Over thirty years ago, Michigan was the first state, and remains one of only three states, to have received authorization from the federal government to administer the federal wetland program. Because of this approval, wetlands, lakes, and streams permits issued by EGLE under state law also provide federal approval.
Introduction to Wetlands
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Explore Michigan's Wetlands
- What are wetlands and why are they important?
- Are there wetlands on my property?
- How are wetlands identified?
- State and Federal Wetland Regulations
- Local Wetland Protection
- Wetland Permits
- Wetland Identification Program
- Pre-application Meeting - Wetlands and Inland Lakes and Streams
- Wetland Mitigation
- Wetland Mitigation Banking
- Wetland Restoration
- Wetlands and Watershed Planning
- Great Lakes Shoreline Management
Monitoring
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Explore Michigan's Wetlands
Wetlands map viewer
Within this application, you will find information on land cover, soils, and the National Wetland Inventory. It is not intended to be used to determine specific locations and jurisdictional boundaries of wetland areas.