Welcome to the Elm Creek Watershed!

The Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission is the regional governmental unit responsible for protecting the water resources of the Elm Creek watershed in northwestern Hennepin County, Minnesota. 

The Commission is governed by a seven-member board of representatives (Commissioners) from the member communities:  Champlin, Corcoran, Dayton, Maple Grove, Medina, Plymouth, and Rogers. 
What's New.....
Fourth Generation Plan. We're updating our Watershed Management Plan. An updated draft of the Plan has been posted on the Management Plan page, along with a survey and opportunity to submit comments and input.

South Fork Rush Creek Subwatershed Assessment. The Commission has completed a review of potential opportunities for projects to protect and improve water quality in the area, mostly in Corcoran, that drains to the South Fork of Rush Creek.
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Maple Grove's South Fork Rush Creek Stream Restoration Project has been recognized by the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) as an outstanding project.  This $3.5 million project restored natural form and function to over one mile of highly eroded and degraded stream, restored wetlands, created new habitat, and removed invasive species.

Fish Lake has been removed from the state's list of Impaired Waters due to improved water quality. Congratulations to all the stakeholders who worked together to achieve this goal! 
​Commission Meets Monthly

​The Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission meets at 11:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at the Plymouth Community Center, 14800 34th Avenue N, Plymouth, MN.  The agenda, meeting materials, and specific meeting room details are posted seven days prior to the meeting.
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