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In Cass County, Everything is Connected...

All types of landscapes within a watershed are interconnected.

Agriculture Producers Farm landscape with crop fields, stream, hay bales, trees, and a farmhouse

Agriculture Producers

Forested Landscape Forested watershed with wetlands, islands, trees, and interconnected waterways.

Forested Landscape

Shoreline Property Lakeshore landscape with homes, docks, forested areas, and natural shoreline vegetation.

Shoreline Property

Municipalities Community landscape with homes, roads, buildings, parks, and waterways.

Municipalities

Nestled in the heart of Minnesota, Cass County boasts an intricate network of watersheds that not only provide breathtaking natural beauty and endless recreational opportunities, but the watersheds also play a central role in supporting agriculture, tourism, and small businesses. Cass County is renowned for its diverse and abundant water resources, including lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands. These water bodies are organized into 6 distinct watersheds, each with its own unique characteristics and ecological significance.

Click on the watershed boundary map on the left to view the Comprehensive Watershed Plan for that planning region.

Clean Water Fund tax dollars are invested in projects that provide measurable water quality benefits for all Minnesotans. These projects help protect clean water for drinking, fishing, and recreation. Click the logo to explore projects making a difference across the state.

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