Nine Mile Creek Watershed District

Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is a local unit of government that manages the water resources in the 51 square miles that drain to Nine Mile Creek.

The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is a special purpose unit of government established in accordance with Minnesota State Statute 103D. The responsibility of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is to protect and manage the water resources within the District’s legal boundaries. The Nine Mile Creek Watershed District is approximately 50 square miles in surface area and encompasses the land a

rea tributary to Nine Mile Creek. The District is located in Hennepin County. Portions of the cities of Bloomington, Eden Prairie, Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Richfield are located within the Nine Mile Creek watershed. The activities of the District are managed by the Board of Managers. There are five board members who are appointed by the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners to three year staggered terms. The managers must live within the legal boundaries of the District. The District Board of Managers meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 PM at the District office located at 12800 Gerard Dr, Eden Prairie, 55346. Meetings are open to the public.

06/05/2026
Submit your photos in our photo contest for our 2027 calendar!
06/04/2026

Submit your photos in our photo contest for our 2027 calendar!

Join us and your community at the Edina Farmer's Market (7499 France Ave S.) We are pleased to present artist and botani...
06/03/2026

Join us and your community at the Edina Farmer's Market (7499 France Ave S.) We are pleased to present artist and botanist Sarah Nassif's “Weaving Water Workshop,” a pop-up fiber art studio, as part of our new Creative Waters public engagement program. We will be at the South end of the market.

During a Minnesota summer, we may see heavy periods of rainfall followed by extended drought. Homeowners with lawns shou...
06/03/2026

During a Minnesota summer, we may see heavy periods of rainfall followed by extended drought. Homeowners with lawns should adjust irrigation practices accordingly. This means no longer relying on the “set it and forget it” irrigation schedule that is often programmed into automatic systems.

https://extension.umn.edu/lawn-care/water-saving-strategies-home-lawns

Last week Nine Mile Creek Watershed District staff got CPR and First Aid certified!
06/02/2026

Last week Nine Mile Creek Watershed District staff got CPR and First Aid certified!

A young resident of the Nine Mile Creek watershed noticed buckthorn growing in the woods along Bush Lake, near property ...
05/29/2026

A young resident of the Nine Mile Creek watershed noticed buckthorn growing in the woods along Bush Lake, near property of the Izaak Walton League of America. After learning how invasive buckthorn can be and the harm it causes to native habitats, she decided to take action. She started a petition supporting the restoration of the woodland area, and it has already gathered more than 80 signatures.

On May 20, 2026, she shared her story during the public comment period at the beginning of the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Board meeting. Her remarks were a powerful reminder that community members of all ages can make a difference and help advocate for the natural spaces they care about.

This project also highlights the value of public engagement in shaping district priorities. Over the years, the district has expanded opportunities for residents and community partners to provide input and collaborate on some aspects of our projects, including restoring the woodland area Fall spoke about. It is a great example of how community voices can help guide watershed management decisions and lead to meaningful improvements.

Keep grass clippings and fertilizer out of the street. These add nutrients to lakes and can cause nuisance algae blooms....
05/28/2026

Keep grass clippings and fertilizer out of the street. These add nutrients to lakes and can cause nuisance algae blooms. Sweep up spills and sweep or blow clippings back onto the lawn.

How can you help pollinators if you don’t have a yard? Container gardening with native plants!Blue Thumb’s blog post cov...
05/27/2026

How can you help pollinators if you don’t have a yard? Container gardening with native plants!
Blue Thumb’s blog post covers how to create vibrant, low‑cost habitats on your patio, balcony, or doorstep. They walk through each step, using native plants that thrive in Minnesota’s climate, save you money in the long run, and reward you with blooms all season long.
Read on at bluethumb.org/container-gardening-with-pollinators

Adopt a drain and keep it clean this summer; you'll be helping the lakes and creeks! Everything that goes into the drain...
05/26/2026

Adopt a drain and keep it clean this summer; you'll be helping the lakes and creeks! Everything that goes into the drain ends up in the lakes, with no filtering or processing along the way. Find a drain near you at mn.adopt-a-drain.org

Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day today, 5/25.Photo by Nick Busse
05/25/2026

Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day today, 5/25.
Photo by Nick Busse

Address

12800 Gerard Drive
Eden Prairie, MN
55346

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+19528352078

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