FAQs

What is required to hold an event on a lake in Isanti County during the winter months?

In the interest of public safety, the Isanti County Sheriff’s Office has adopted the following rules to hold an event on a lake in Isanti County.

You must request a permit from the sheriff’s office to hold an event.
You must have insurance for the event, naming all parties involved with the event, as well as naming the Isanti County Sheriff’s Office as the insured.
If you are holding a snowmobile race and the speeds are above 50 mph, you will need to get an exemption from the Department of Natural Resources.
We will not allow any event to occur unless there is a minimum of 12 inches of ice, even if a permit has already been issued.
You must have someone to clean up any garbage or debris left behind.

Permits are free of charge and can be obtained by contacting Chris Caulk at 763-691-2408 or by email.

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Sheriff's Office

We are located at:

2440 Main Street S
Cambridge, MN 55008-9302

In the interest of public safety, the Isanti County Sheriff’s Office has adopted the following rules to hold an event on a lake in Isanti County.

You must request a permit from the sheriff’s office to hold an event.
You must have insurance for the event, naming all parties involved with the event, as well as naming the Isanti County Sheriff’s Office as the insured.
If you are holding a snowmobile race and the speeds are above 50 mph, you will need to get an exemption from the Department of Natural Resources.
We will not allow any event to occur unless there is a minimum of 12 inches of ice, even if a permit has already been issued.
You must have someone to clean up any garbage or debris left behind.

Permits are free of charge and can be obtained by contacting Chris Caulk at 763-691-2408 or by email.

3. My electricity is out. Who do I call?: Contact your electric company. They have dispatchers on duty.

4. Where can I get more info about my ATV, dirt bike, boating laws, etc.?: For more information, visit the Department of Natural Resources website.

Download a Request for Security Check Form (PDF) and send it to us before you leave town. Send your completed form to:

Isanti County Sheriff's Department
C/O Dispatch Center - Security Checks
509 18th Avenue SW
Cambridge, MN 55008

6. How do I find out about road conditions?: For road conditions, call 800-542-0220 or visit the Minnesota Department of Transportation's 511 website. 511 helps commuters and travelers access information regarding weather-related road conditions, construction, and congestion, via the web, 24/7. You can also view live traffic camera views and access other information that may be of interest.

7. What should I do if I receive a harassing or threatening phone call?: If the call is life threatening, dial 911; otherwise visit our Harassing Phone Calls page for information.

8. When should I call 911?: You should call 911 when you have an emergency or see a crime happening. For general inquiries you can call 763-689-2141.