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CHAPTER 3 PROTECTION OPEN SPACE 47 <br /> • New Brighton is also a part of the Ramsey County Soil and Water Conservation District. <br /> A serious problem exists from the erosion of County Ditch 2 from Jones Lake to Long <br /> Lake. The erosion has caused the silting in of ponds in Hansen Park and the undermining of <br /> the upper control structure there; it is a major factor in the silting of Pike and Long Lakes. <br /> Also, the level of Jones Lake has fallen considerably since the ditch was widened and <br /> deepened several years ago. Siltation in Long Lake from Rice Creek is an increasing <br /> problem. Solutions have been approached on a watershed district basis since they cross <br /> municipal lines and exceed local technical resources. Studies were done by the Watershed <br /> District and improvements to County Ditch 2 through Hansen Park were conducted in 1979. <br /> A storm water management plan was subsequently prepared and adopted by the City. <br /> In general, the negative impact of the urban runoff on the water quality of the lakes and <br /> ponds is considerable, and, if left unaddressed, will lead to accelerated eutrophication, lake <br /> degradation and possible health problems. The lakes and ponds are one of the most valuable <br /> resources of this community. <br /> GOALS: WATER BASINS AND WATER COURSES <br /> 1. To maintain the natural function and environmental quality of our lakes, streams, and <br /> other natural drainage features. <br /> 2. To prevent damage to the environment (both natural and man-made) by controlling <br /> stormwater runoff. <br /> OBJECTIVES: WATER BASINS AND WATER COURSES <br /> 1. Natural features such as lakes, ponds, wetlands, and natural floodways should be <br /> maintained in their natural state and actively managed to ensure that they continue to <br /> perform their natural drainage, storage, and wildlife functions. The value of these <br /> features for real estate development shall be secondary to their natural function. <br /> 2. Protection of ponds and wetlands should be an integral part of public and private land <br /> development. <br /> 3. Stormwater and other discharges into water basins and watercourses must meet effluent <br /> standards set by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and the Rice Creek <br /> Watershed District. <br /> 4. Water quality in lakes and streams should meet or exceed MPCA standards. <br /> 5. Within the City, priority should be given to non-structural flood protection measures. <br />