DNR Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

As the state agency responsible for resource management and environmental conservation in Wisconsin, the Department of Natural Resources requires timely, efficient and effective access to information about the state's land, water, and air resources. The DNR Geographic Information System (GIS) Program Mission is to develop and maintain GIS technology and tools providing for spatial data management, collection, analysis, and mapping capabilities to support DNR policy evaluation, decision-making, and program operations.

Infrastructure and services for GIS implementation at the Wisconsin DNR is managed by the GIS Services Section, within the Bureau of Technology Services (BTS). The GIS Services Section provides services to DNR programs and projects to support the application of GIS technology within the agency. Services available to DNR programs and staff include:

• GIS architecture & infrastructure maintenance
• GIS application development
• GIS consulting services & technical support
• GIS database development & data repository management
• Global Positioning Systems (GPS) consulting
• Cartographic products
• Geospatial analysis

Services provided to the public include:

• DNR geospatial data sharing
• Data visualization & access via DNR web mapping applications
• Participation in inter-agency GIS initiatives

Mailing Address

Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources
GIS Services Section, BTS/1
PO BOX 7921
101 South Webster St
Madison WI 53707-7921