Groundwater Protection
Groundwater is water that is located beneath the earth's surface in soil and geologic materials. Groundwater is stored in and flows through an intricate network of small pores, joints, fractures and solution cavities present in underground geologic sediment and rock formations. Learn more about what the Ramsey Conservation District is doing to protect groundwater.
Erosion Control
Erosion control is the practice of preventing or controlling wind or water erosion in agriculture, land development and construction. This usually involves the creation of some sort of physical barrier, such as vegetation or rock, to absorb some of the energy of the wind or water that is causing the erosion. Effective erosion controls are important techniques in preventing water pollution and soil loss. Learn more about what Ramsey County is doing to prevent erosion.
GIS
A Geographic Information System (GIS) is a system for capturing, storing, analyzing and managing data and associated attributes, which are spatially referenced to the Earth’s surface. Learn more about Ramsey County's GIS program.
Rain Gauge Network
This program uses volunteer observers to monitor Minnesota's precipitation. The data provides insight into how rainfall and other precipitation events affect our soils and waterways. Our gaugers are an extremely valuable part of the state's weather data system. Learn how you can become a Rain Gauger!
