Water Sampling Results
Volunteers are sampling water quality at 49 sites in the Turkey River Watershed, on more than 36 tributaries, and the results are in…… Read more ›
First Signs of Summer
Eight dam warning signs were recently placed above and below the Clermont Dam, and over the coming weeks, more than 200 additional signs will be placed along the 98-mile water trail from Fayette County's Gouldsburg Park to the Mississippi River. The map and new wayfinding signage will make it easier for river users to plan their trips, and on-water navigational signage (on bridges and at each river access point) will create a safer and more enjoyable experience.
Bridge Sensors Installed in Turkey River Watershed
Two Eleven new bridge sensors, which use sonar to detect the height of water under a bridge and automatically relay that information over the cell phone network, have been installed on the Turkey and Volga Rivers (also Crane Creek, Roberts Creek, Little Turkey RIver, and Otter Creek). The sensors were built by students at the Iowa Flood Center at the University of Iowa toprovide real-time stage data that can be used by emergency personnel in Clayton and Fayettte counties.… Read more ›
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Clayton County Conservation Awareness Network
Clayton County CAN is a brand new non-profit organization and grassroots network with a vision of creating a more unified and inspired voice for conservation and the generations to come.
Learn more at www.claytoncountycan.com, and consider attending the next event or meeting.… Read more ›
Project AWARE July 9-16, 2011 Little Turkey, Turkey & Volga Rivers
Project AWARE is a volunteer river cleanup. Take part and you’ll be among hundreds of volunteers cleaning up the river, having fun, and making a difference in your watershed.
- Learn more at: www.iowaprojectaware.com
- Get Registered (PDF)
- Find out what it means to become a sponsor (PDF)
Turkey River Water Trail
The Turkey River Water Trail Map & Guide is now available for download in PDF format. This pocket-sized guide is also available in print and can be ordered online or picked up at several Northeast Iowa locations.… Read more ›