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 |
The Oneida Reservation is drained by four major watersheds
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;
- Restore, and enhance lakes, streams and wetlands.
For more information about the surface waters of the Reservation, please call Jim Snitgen, Environmental Quality Manager at (920) 869-4589 or email jsnitgen@oneidanation.org.
WETLANDS
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.