Constructed Wetlands

A constructed wetland is an engineered ecosystem designed to optimize specific wetland characteristics and functions to improve water quality. Constructed wetlands provide long-term, effective treatment of tile drainage.

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Journal of Soil and Water Conservation: Constructed Wetlands

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This research paper analyzes the ability of restored wetlands to reduce nitrogen and phosphorus concentrations in agricultural drainage water.

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NRCS Constructed Wetlands Video

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Join Illinois Natural Resources Conservation Service and our conservation partners as we demonstrate how to design and build a Constructed Wetland. This new conservation practice helps farmers and private landowners improve water quality.

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UIUC Constructed Wetlands for Nitrate Removal

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This fact sheet provides an overview of how constructed wetlands provide nitrate removal from tile drainage water, including information on siting, construction, and cost of implementation.

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ADMC Constructed Wetland Fact Sheet

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This ADMC webpage provides information on constructed wetlands, including considerations for installation and financial impacts.

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