Minnesota's lakes are cataloged by the state Department of Natural Resources with a unique DNR Division of Waters Lake Number, which is listed for a subset of lakes in the table below. [7]

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A statewide map of Minnesota showing the major lakes, streams and rivers. Drought, precipitation, and stream gage information.

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