Iowa Department of Natural Resources Press Releases

• Published on June 17, 2024 - 20:16 GMT

  

  Heavy rainfall in northwest Iowa leads to multiple wastewater treatment bypasses near the Okoboji Lakes area, public advised to ...

  DICKINSON COUNTY -- Heavy rainfall and power outages in northwest Iowa led to multiple wastewater discharges in the Iowa Great Lakes area this morning.  The DNR Field Office in Spencer was notified early this morning of a wastewater bypass occurring at a …

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• Published on June 13, 2024 - 16:31 GMT

  

  Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 6/13/2024

  DES MOINES – The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting June 18. The meeting is open to the public. The meeting starts at 10 a.m. at the Iowa DNR Building, Walnut …

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• Published on June 13, 2024 - 16:31 GMT

  

  DNR enforcement actions, published 06/13/2024

  DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR …

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• Published on June 11, 2024 - 20:28 GMT

  Enjoy the buzz – support the local bees and butterflies by adding pollinator friendly plants around the house

  If you enjoy eating apples, peaches, blueberries, tomatoes, squash and more, thank a bee. Or, better yet, plant some pollinator friendly native plants in a pot, or flower bed or garden and support the local bees and butterflies. National Pollinator Week is …

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• Published on June 11, 2024 - 17:35 GMT

  

  DNR Seeking Input on Proposed Updates to Air Dispersion Modeling Guidance

  The DNR is seeking public input on proposed changes to our air dispersion modeling guidance. These updates are aimed at decreasing unnecessary regulatory burden related to the new annual PM2.5 NAAQS while preserving air quality protection by refocusing our …

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• Published on June 6, 2024 - 20:44 GMT

  

  Air quality permits for review, published 06/06/2024

  DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air …

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• Published on June 6, 2024 - 20:44 GMT

  

  DNR enforcement actions, published 06/06/2024

  DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. This approach is very effective. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR …

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• Published on June 6, 2024 - 20:44 GMT

  

  Water Summary Update: Drought conditions end after four years

  DES MOINES --  After four years of below normal rainfall and drought conditions, the State of Iowa has returned to normal hydrologic conditions, according to the latest Water Summary Update. The last time Iowa was free from any drought designation by the U …

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• Published on June 6, 2024 - 19:52 GMT

  

  Natural Resource Commission to meet June 13

  Le Claire, Iowa– The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will meet at 9:30 a.m., on June 13, at the Holiday Inn Express Le Claire, Business Conference Room, 1201 Canal Shore Dr., in Le Claire. The meeting is …

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• Published on June 4, 2024 - 17:27 GMT

  

  Help stop the spread of invasive species in your community

  Governor Kim Reynolds recently proclaimed June as Invasive Species Awareness Month in Iowa. Invasive species, like emerald ash borer, Asian longhorned beetle, spongy moth and oriental bittersweet threaten Iowa’s ecosystem by competing with and destroying …

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• Published on May 28, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

  

  Your passport to adventure this summer in Iowa state parks

  The Iowa State Park Passport is back in 2024 and better than ever. With more than 60 state parks and forests featured on the Passport, visitors will love discovering hidden gems in the state park system. Park visitors can sign up and download the State …

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• Published on May 28, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

  

  Equipment to measure waves deployed this week in Upper Mississippi River Pool 13

  CLINTON, Iowa - A study to learn more about waves and water clarity on the Mississippi River is underway after wave monitors were deployed within several locations on Pool 13. The highly sensitive equipment sits just under the water’s surface collecting …

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• Published on May 28, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

  

  Get inspired at Cedar Rock: Now open for the summer season

  QUASQUETON, IA -- Visitors to Cedar Rock State Park will come away inspired and fascinated by this Frank Lloyd Wright designed home in Buchanan County. Located above a limestone bluff along the banks of the Wapsipinicon River, the park is open for the …

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• Published on May 28, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

  

  Forestry experts available to help landowners assess storm damage

  The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has forestry experts available to help landowners impacted by recent storms with forest storm damage assessments and forest recovery plans. Lindsey Barney, district forester for 11 counties in southern and …

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• Published on May 28, 2024 - 20:50 GMT

  

  Double Skeet State Championship Results

  82 athletes competed for the Double Skeet state championship at Mahaska County Izaak Walton League, on May 25, 2024. Ladies Division Results Ladies Intermediate Advanced First: Avery Clover, Ankeny Centennial Jaguars Second: Brooklyn Seekamp, Pella …

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• Published on May 28, 2024 - 19:39 GMT

  

  Attention Photographers: Showcase your pictures and Iowa state parks in national contest

  DES MOINES -- If you enjoy photographing Iowa state parks, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources invites you to enter your photos in the America’s State Parks 2024 Photo Contest, hosted by the National Association of State Park Directors. Photos will …

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• Published on May 23, 2024 - 21:44 GMT

  

  Title V Air Emissions Fees due July 1

  Facilities subject to Title V of the federal Clean Air Act must submit 2023 emissions fees by July 1, 2024. The Title V air emissions fee for calendar year 2023 is $70.00 per ton. The DNR provides two options for payment of the Title V Emissions Fee. …

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• Published on May 23, 2024 - 16:22 GMT

  

  Storm damage and flooding impact some Iowa state parks for Memorial Day weekend

  Several Iowa state parks have been impacted by recent heavy rains and storms, causing closures in some areas. Visitors are urged to plan in advance heading into the holiday weekend in case a park activity or location is affected.  Impacted parks include: …

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• Published on May 23, 2024 - 16:22 GMT

  

  After years of cloudy conditions, the Trout Run project is aiming for a brighter future for an essential water source in northeast ...

  DECORAH – A new phase of watershed project work has begun in Decorah with the approval of the Trout Run Watershed Plan. The Trout Run and Siewers Spring project, funded by EPA Section 319 grants, is a collaboration between the DNR 319 Program and DNR …

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• Published on May 23, 2024 - 16:21 GMT

  

  Air quality permits for review, published 5/23/2024

  DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live. DNR’s permitting staff review the applications to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air …

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