Projects and Progress
Recognizing the transfer of the Shallow Pond property from the Audubon Society to CLFLWD
There will be a brief, informal gathering to recognize the Audubon Society’s stewardship of the property, acknowledge the individuals and organizations involved in making this transition possible, and celebrate the…
Read MoreHeath Avenue Water Quality Project Breaks Ground
The Comfort Lake–Forest Lake Watershed District (CLFLWD) has broken ground on a major water quality improvement project designed to reduce phosphorus and sediment entering Little Comfort Lake. Little Comfort Lake…
Read MoreForest Lake Alum Treatment Project
Alum Treatment, Forest LMD, In Progress
Read MoreWork continues at the Bone Lake South Nature Area
In late May 2026, the majority of the perimeter fence was replaced using Conservation Partners Legacy grant funds. The new wildlife-friendly fence helps separate the Nature Area from neighboring private…
Read MoreForest Lake Alum Treatment
The Forest Lake Alum Treatment will occur the last week of September resulting in cleaner and clearer water.
Read MoreAlum Treatment on Forest Lake 2025
The Comfort Lake – Forest Lake Watershed District (CLFLWD) will be conducting an alum treatment on Forest Lake to treat excessive levels of phosphorous beginning on September 30th. The application…
Read MoreGreening the Big Box
Greening the Big Box Project Description & Outcomes This project involved multiple components including an iron enhanced sand filter, tree trenches, and a raingarden/drainage swale. The project was completed in…
Read MoreBixby Park Water Quality Project
Bixby Park Water Quality Project Project Description & Outcomes This project restored a ditched wetland that receives stormwater runoff from the City of Forest Lake and treats water before flowing…
Read MoreHilo Lane Stormwater Retrofit
Hilo Lane Stormwater Retrofit Project Description & Outcomes This iron enhanced sand filter project filters runoff from a 14-acre developed residential area, resulting in improved water quality in Forest Lake.…
Read MoreForest Lake Wetland Treatment Basin
Forest Lake Wetland Treatment Basin Project Description & Outcomes This project restored a degraded wetland adjacent to Forest Lake’s east basin (“3rd Lake”) and is also referred to as the…
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