Legislative action: A bill is being drafted asking the MN Legislature to fund implementation of a three-part strategy to stop a reproducing number of invasive carp from passing north of Lock and Dam 5 in the Mississippi River for the foreseeable future and so prevent them from invading state waters above that point. The project would also enhance native fish abundance at this location. For more information, see a summary of frequently asked questions.

Engineering feasibility and cost analysis: In late 2022, Barr Engineering Co. completed its final report, “Engineering Assessment of the Feasibility and Estimated Cost of Installing a State-of-the-Art BAff Carp Deterrent at Mississippi Lock and Dam 5.”  A PDF of the report is available in the References & Resources section and can be accessed using this link.

Public awareness: A January 23 article in the Star Tribune by columnist Dennis Anderson provides an overview of what’s been done to date to stop invasive carp in MN and the need for action now. Here’s a link to a simple PDF of the article online, although it’s best read via the Star Tribune’s website (startribune.com).