The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) responded to a manure spill in Taylor County. The department was notified via its Violation Hotline on Friday, September 5, 2025.
According to the Wisconsin DNR the spill happened earlier this week and "impacted Trappers Creek, a tributary to the Black River, with dead fish observed in the creek."
The extent of the spill’s impact is being determined. Options for cleanup or mitigation are being assessed.
The department is working with the local farmer and Taylor County Land Conservation Department to determine what caused the spill.
No other information is available at this time.