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Farr Lake Study
Study Background
The City of Fridley is working with Barr Engineering to perform a study of the stormwater management system surrounding Farr Lake. This system is comprised of 10 ponds, wetlands, and dry basins.
This study will be used to develop maintenance and wetland management plans for the system. The scope and extent of these plans will depend on the feedback we receive from residents. Please review the provided information and complete the survey to provide your feedback.
Study Information
Due to social distancing protocols related to COVID-19, the City has developed the following materials in lieu of a traditional presentation:
Farr Lake Storyboard
Scroll through the Farr Lake Storyboard to learn how the stormsewer system carries stormwater runoff from neighborhood streets to Farr Lake, Rice Creek, and the Misssissippi River
Farr Lake Resident Meeting Alternatives Review
Watch the PowerPoint that outlines the steps taken in the Farr Lake Study to date, as well as proposed solutions
Complete the Survey
Complete the survey to share your opinion. You can fill out the survey online or print and mail the survey to
City of Fridley
C/O Engineering Department
7071 University Ave
Fridley MN 55432
Frequently Asked Questions
The City will be updating this section as we receive residents questions, please check back for additional updates
- How does the stormwater system surround Farr Lake function?
- Why have the stormwater ponds filled in with debris?
- How can we prevent further sedimentation within the Farr Lake area?
- Can stormwater ponds and wetlands be used for recreation?
- What can be done to better manage the stormwater in this area?