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Lakes, Streams and Wetlands

Waters of the Oneida Reservation

Waters of the Reservation Miles or Acres
Total miles of rivers and streams 295
Acres of lakes/ponds 248.75
Total acres of wetlands 7,976

Click here to view a Map of Oneida Reservation Watersheds and Streams

We work with local, state and federal partners to protect and improve surface waters of the Reservation to:

  • Manage storm water runoff;
  • Enhance and restore lakes, streams and wetlands.

For more information about the surface waters of the Reservation, please call:

WETLANDS

Various ducks and numerous other wildlife species can be spotted in Oneida.

Where the Water Birds Nest

There are approximately 7,976 acres of wetlands on the Oneida Reservation. They are important features that benefit people, fish and wildlife that includes:

  • Protect and improve water quality
  • Provides fish and wildlife habitat
  • Storing floodwaters
  • Maintaining surface water flow during dry periods

If you think you may have a wetland on your property, contact Tony Kuchma, Wetlands Project Manager at 869-4592 or email at  akuchma@oneidanation.org for a wetland determination.

 

LAKES

Fish stocked at Oneida Lakes (available for Tribal Members):

  • Rainbow Trout (Only at Osnuhsa Lake)
  • Extended Growth and/or Fingerling Walleye (All Lakes)
  • Fathead Minnows (All Lakes)
  • Black Crappie (Oneida Lake and Osnuhsa Lake)

Other Fish Stocked within the Oneida Reservation:

  • Brook Trout Fingerlings

Partners in Fish Stocking:

  • St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin
  • Genoa National Fish Hatchery
  • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
  • Wisconsin DNR
  • Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin

For any questions please contact Environmental Quality Manager Jim Snitgen at 920-869-4589 jsnitgen@oneidanation.org Or Water Resources Specialist Alaina Noll, she can be reached at 920-869-4566 or anoll@oneidanation.org

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