Tag: iowa_department_of_natural_resources
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Iowa DNR Opens Public Comment on Aurelia Water Use Permit
Iowa DNR seeks public comment on a draft water use permit for Aurelia allowing 45 million gallons a year from three Cretaceous Dakota Sandstone wells, with comments due November 5.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentUSAState GovernmentsLegalAgriculture Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesWater Use PermitCity of AureliaCherokee CountyWater Quality BureauPublic CommentWater AllocationIowa
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DNR Investigating Manure Discharge in Cherokee County Creek
Iowa DNR is investigating a manure discharge from an overflowing open feedlot basin that reached Bear Creek in Cherokee County, warning downstream water users to avoid the water.
EnvironmentAgricultureLaw EnforcementIowaUSA Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesCherokee Countymanure dischargeBear CreekMill Creekopen feedlotwater quality
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Iowa's Water Year Ends With Third Straight Statewide Precipitation Surplus
Iowa's 2026 Water Year closed with a 2.82-inch statewide precipitation surplus, boosted by the fourth-wettest September on record, as all five drought regions returned to normal designations.
HealthEnvironmentClimate ChangeState GovernmentsAgricultureEnergyLegal Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesWater Summary UpdateDroughtPrecipitationJessica Reese McIntyreAir Quality PermitWater Use PermitIowaUSA
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Granicus Promotes Integrated Digital Communications Platform for Government Agencies
Company cites EPA, Indiana FSSA, Baytown and Fairfax officials on engagement and data-driven decisions, and opens nominations for its 2027 Digital Government Awards.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and InternetSocial IssuesMediaArtificial Intelligence GranicusMichiganOffice of the Michigan GovernorGovernment communicationsPress releasegovDeliveryEngagementHQOffice of Michigan GovernorDigital communicationResident engagementU.S. Environmental Protection AgencyIndiana FSSACity of BaytownCommunity engagementIowa Department of Natural ResourcesDigital EngagementPublic Sector SoftwareCustomer TestimonialsIowaUSAEnvironment
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Iowa DNR Press Release Content Unavailable; Granicus Communications Material Provided Instead
The supplied document attributed to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources contains no news content, consisting instead of Granicus marketing material for its government communications platform.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessMediaFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesGranicusgovernment communicationsgovDeliveryEngagementHQdigital engagementpress releaseIowaUSAEnvironment
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DNR Investigating Fish Kill in Little Maquoketa River Near Peosta
Iowa DNR traces a fish kill in a Little Maquoketa River tributary north of Peosta to manure runoff from an animal feeding operation, as cleanup begins and the investigation continues.
EnvironmentAgricultureLaw EnforcementUSAState GovernmentsDisasters Iowa Department of Natural Resourcesfish killLittle Maquoketa RiverPeostaDubuque Countymanure runoffanimal feeding operationIowa
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Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding and Wastewater Bypasses Across Iowa, DNR Urges Caution
Iowa DNR reports multiple wastewater bypasses and flooding after days of heavy rain, advises residents to avoid streams and Cedar Creek north of Kirkville.
WeatherEnvironmentHealthState GovernmentsGeneral WeatherDisastersSocial Issues Iowa Department of Natural Resourceswastewater bypassfloodingWapello CountyCedar CreekKirkvillebiosolidsIowaUSA
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Iowa Launches Online Map Connecting Landowners With Conservation Experts
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach releases an interactive map linking farmers and landowners to conservation professionals, as the DNR also announces enforcement actions and draft water use permits.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironmentAgricultureLegalState GovernmentsClimate Change Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesIowa State University Extension and OutreachIowa Conservation Professionals Mapconservationwater use permitsenforcement actionsIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Marks Source Water Protection Week, Highlights Conservation Funding and Private Well Grants
Iowa DNR and partners recognize Source Water Protection Week, pointing producers to NRCS priority watershed funding and private well owners to grants, testing and maintenance resources.
HealthEnvironmentState GovernmentsAgricultureEnergyLegalUSA Source Water Protection WeekIowa Department of Natural Resourcesdrinking waterPrivate Well Grants ProgramNatural Resources Conservation Servicewater use permitsair quality permitsIowa
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Iowa DNR Urges Safety First as Flooding Hits Several Communities
Heavy rainfall has flooded communities across Iowa. The DNR urges residents to avoid flood waters, sort debris into five categories, and test private wells before use.
WeatherEnvironmentHealthUSAGeneral WeatherDisastersSocial Issues Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesFloodingFlood debris disposalPrivate well testingHousehold hazardous wasteDisaster assistanceIowa
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Iowa DNR Urges Septic System Maintenance During SepticSmart Week
Iowa DNR marks EPA SepticSmart Week by urging homeowners to maintain septic systems, watch what goes down drains, and avoid costly repairs that can harm water quality.
HealthEnvironmentState GovernmentsLegalEnergy SepticSmart WeekIowa Department of Natural Resourcesseptic systemswater qualityCory FrankEPAair quality permitsIowaUSA
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August Drought Persists in Northern and Western Iowa Despite Wetter-Than-Average Month
Iowa's August was wetter than normal overall, but drought watches remain for northwest and central regions as severe drought expands and streamflow stays mostly normal.
EnvironmentClimate ChangeState GovernmentsAgricultureEnergyLegal Iowa droughtWater Summary UpdateIowa Department of Natural ResourcesU.S. Drought MonitorJessica Reese McIntyredrought watchprecipitationIowaUSA
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DNR Investigates Extensive Fish Kill in Dry Branch Creek
Iowa DNR is investigating a fish kill in Dry Branch Creek, Winneshiek County, extending into Fayette County. Ammonia was detected, and downstream water users are advised to avoid the creek as the source is being determined.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Fish killWater pollutionIowa Department of Natural ResourcesDry Branch CreekWinneshiek CountyFayette CountyAmmoniaIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Announces Enforcement Actions and Public Review Periods for Environmental Permits
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued enforcement actions against four entities for environmental violations, including Landus Cooperative and Muscatine Metal. The DNR also opened public comment periods for several air quality and water use permits across the state.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegalAgriculture Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesEnvironmental EnforcementAir Quality PermitsWater Use PermitsLandus CooperativeAsbestos DisposalPublic CommentIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Launches $1 Million Grant for Asbestos Removal in Derelict Buildings
Iowa DNR offers $1 million in special grants for municipalities under 5,000 to remove asbestos from derelict buildings. The program covers inspection and abatement costs, with applications due October 9, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegalSocial IssuesEconomy Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesDerelict Building Grant ProgramAsbestos RemovalMunicipalitiesEnvironmental ProtectionGrant FundingWaste ManagementIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Announces Enforcement Actions and Opens Water Use Permits for Public Review
The Iowa DNR issued an $8,000 penalty for illegal burning and disposal in Woodbury County. Additionally, the public can review a Central Iowa Water Works permit request for Raccoon River water withdrawals until September 10.
Politics and GovernmentUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesEnvironmental EnforcementWater Use PermitsWoodbury CountyCentral Iowa Water WorksRaccoon RiverPublic CommentIowa
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Iowa DNR Announces July EPC Meeting, Enforcement Actions, and Permit Reviews
The Iowa DNR has released details for its July 21 Environmental Protection Commission meeting, alongside recent enforcement actions and public review opportunities for air quality and water use permits, emphasizing public participation in environmental oversight.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegalAgriculture Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesEnvironmental Protection CommissionEnvironmental RegulationsEnforcement ActionsAir Quality PermitsWater Use PermitsDes MoinesIowaUSA
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Dyersville Teen Dies After Clear Lake Watercraft Collision
A 14-year-old Dyersville girl died from injuries following a July 4 personal watercraft collision on Clear Lake. Five people were involved, with one other teen in serious condition. The Iowa DNR is investigating the incident, ruling out alcohol as a…
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentState GovernmentsTransportationLegal DyersvilleClear LakePersonal WatercraftBoating AccidentFatal AccidentIowa Department of Natural ResourcesJuly 4IowaUSAEnvironment
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Iowa DNR Issues Fireworks Safety Warning Amid Air Quality Concerns, Announces Permit Reviews
The Iowa DNR urges precautions against fireworks smoke for sensitive groups due to air quality concerns, while also announcing public review periods for several air quality construction permits across the state.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyEnvironmentState GovernmentsEducationLegal Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesFireworks SafetyAir QualityPublic HealthEnvironmental PermitsIowaPollutionUSA
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DNR Investigates Fish Kill in Lee County After Pesticide Spill
The Iowa DNR is investigating a fish kill in a Lee County creek near Houghton, caused by a pesticide rinsate spill from the Chem Gro facility. Elevated ammonia levels were found, and dead fish were observed three miles downstream.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEnvironmentState GovernmentsLaw Enforcement Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesFish killLee CountyHoughtonPesticide rinsateChem GroAmmoniaIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Investigates Fish Kill in Lee County After Pesticide Spill
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a fish kill in a rural creek near Houghton, Lee County. The incident, reported on June 25, involved a pesticide rinsate containing ammonia discharged from the ChemoGro facility, leading to dead fish…
Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentState GovernmentsLegalAgriculture Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesFish KillLee CountyHoughtonPesticide RinsateAmmoniaEnvironmental IncidentIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Seeks Public Input on Multiple Air and Water Permits
Iowa DNR invites public comments on draft air quality and water use permits for industrial facilities across the state, including Climax Molybdenum, White River Nutrition, Shell Rock Soy Processing, Loparex, and Pattison Sand Company, with deadlines in July.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegalAgriculture Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesAir Quality PermitsWater Use PermitsPublic CommentIndustrial FacilitiesEnvironmental ProtectionIowaUSA
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Iowa DNR Announces EPC Meeting, Enforcement Actions, and Public Permit Reviews
The Iowa DNR details its upcoming Environmental Protection Commission meeting, recent enforcement actions against several entities, and opens public comment periods for air quality and water use permits, encouraging public participation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegalAgricultureEconomy Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesEnvironmental Protection CommissionEnvironmental RegulationsAir Quality PermitsWater Use PermitsEnforcement ActionsPublic CommentIowaUSA
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Iowa Faces Expanding Dry Conditions After Below-Normal May Rainfall
Iowa's dry conditions worsened in May due to low rainfall, expanding across northern and eastern regions. A drought watch continues for northwest Iowa, with forecasts predicting persistent dryness through August.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentWeatherState GovernmentsLegalEnergyClimate Change IowaDroughtRainfallWater Summary UpdateIowa Department of Natural ResourcesClimate Prediction CenterEnvironmental IssuesUSA
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Iowa DNR to Host Virtual Meeting on Proposed Water Quality Rule Changes
Iowa DNR will host a virtual stakeholder meeting on June 17, 2026, to discuss proposed changes to water quality, water supply, and dam safety regulations. The public is invited to provide comments and ask questions on the administrative code updates.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEnvironmentLegal Iowa Department of Natural ResourcesWater QualityRule ChangesStakeholder MeetingDrinking WaterDam SafetyIowa Administrative CodeIowaUSA