Annual Report of the State Geologist
The Iowa Geological and Water Survey is an indispensable partner in the Turkey River Watershed Alliance, allowing those of us in the Turkey River Watershed to implement water quality monitoring and assessment, complete GIS analysis, participate in outreach activities and programs …
Iowa Flood Center selects four watersheds for Iowa Watershed Projects
The Iowa Flood Center and IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering (IIHR) at the University of Iowa have announced the selection of four watersheds for the initial phase of the Iowa Watershed Projects.
The selected entities and respective watersheds include:
- Clayton County for …
It’s not too late to support $1M for Iowa river programs
Des Moines Register Article (4/30/12): Iowa funds to fix dangerous dams withheld: Small-scale dams blamed for almost 100 deaths
Contact the Governor and your state Senator and Representative – remind them that funding river programs is good for Iowa’s economy …
Enjoying the Great Outdoors: Big Spring Trout Hatchery
By Rich Holm, Fayette County Union
Twenty-four miles from West Union is the largest coldwater spring in Iowa. The Big Spring Watershed is one of the most well-known and studied sites in the nation in a limestone-dominated landscape.
Flows from …
Fishing Report: May 17 2012
Turkey River (above Clermont)
No report
Turkey River (below Clermont)
No report
Volga Lake
Bluegill – Fair: Anglers are beginning to see a few bluegills in their catch. Largemouth Bass – Fair: Anglers have been finding nice sized fish in …
Flood Inundation Map for Elkader
During recent flood events, many Iowans have found it difficult to relate flood forecast information to risks within their community. To help translate flood forecasting information into an easy-to-use format, the Iowa Flood Center is developing flood inundation maps for …
ISU Study: Turkey, Volga River Recreation worth $12.4 Million, 150+ jobs
AMES — Many of Iowa’s river towns are again embracing their waterfronts, and with good reason, according to a new statewide river use study by Iowa State University.
The ISU study showed overall economic impact from river recreation along 73 …
West Union Green Streets Pilot Project
West Union Green Streets Pilot Project showcases innovative sustainable design strategies including permeable pavements, pedestrian crosswalk treatments, rain gardens, energy efficient lighting, and a district-wide geothermal heating and cooling system. The project includes the complete renovation of 6 downtown blocks …
Interest in Iowa rivers surges
Water Quality Monitoring on Nutting and Otter Creeks
By Rick Klann, Upper Iowa University
Submitted to the Fayette SWCD Report, February 2012
Upper Iowa University has completed three years of water quality monitoring on Nutting Creek as part of a Fayette SWCD project to improve the water quality …
2011 Water Quality Overview
Between May and November 2011, water samples were taked at 49 locations across the Turkey River Watershed. Averages for each of the locations can now be viewed on these nine maps.…





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