Pollution prevention up for April Environmental Protection Commission 4/14/2022 2:40:00 PM View Count 1078 DES MOINES—Pollution prevention and contracts will be up for the April 19 Environmental Protection Commission meeting.
Earth Day—Saving the earth one small step at a time 4/14/2022 2:38:00 PM View Count 1172 DES MOINES—Figuring out what you can do to help the planet can seem overwhelming.
Upcoming Client Contact and EPC Business Meetings 4/12/2022 9:10:00 AM View Count 705 Join the upcoming Client Contact and Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) meetings.
Water Summary Update: Drought conditions improve with March rainfall 4/7/2022 11:57:00 AM View Count 1146 DES MOINES — Precipitation for March averaged 2.67 inches, almost a half inch above normal. This above-normal rainfall helped to improve drought conditions across many areas of the state, especially in the southern and eastern parts of Iowa, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
DNR seeking public comment on certification and antidegradation review 4/7/2022 11:56:00 AM View Count 1011 DES MOINES -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is soliciting comments for the Section 401 Water Quality Certification of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Regional Permits 34, 39 and 11-02.
DNR enforcement actions for April 7 4/7/2022 11:54:00 AM View Count 1102 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 issues enforcement actions.
DNR Enforcement Actions, published 3/31/2022 3/31/2022 2:25:00 PM View Count 1108 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws
DNR Enforcement Actions, published 3/17/2022 3/17/2022 3:52:00 PM View Count 1277 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.
Iowa DNR hiring seasonal water quality monitoring staff for summer 3/10/2022 2:12:00 PM View Count 1269 DES MOINES - The Iowa DNR’s Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Section is currently hiring seasonal natural resource aides for the summer.
Environmental Protection Commission meets March 15 in Ankeny 3/10/2022 2:07:00 PM View Count 806 ANKENY—The Environmental Protection Commission will meet at the State Hygienic Laboratory in Ankeny on March 15.
Water Summary Update: Extremely dry February leads to drought expansion 3/10/2022 2:05:00 PM View Count 1029 DES MOINES — Last month was the sixth driest February on record for Iowa, and the lack of precipitation resulted in the expansion of drought conditions across the state, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
Land donors honored during reception in Des Moines 3/8/2022 1:28:00 PM View Count 1079 DES MOINES, Iowa – More than 3,890 acres of Iowa land in 22 counties with an estimated value of more than $11.6 million was permanently protected through donations for conservation.
Release of red detergent to creek in Grimes has stopped 3/7/2022 5:00:00 PM View Count 1307 GRIMES—The red color in North Walnut Creek in Grimes is due to the accidental release of a car wash detergent.
DNR enforcement actions for March 3 3/3/2022 10:18:00 AM View Count 1225 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 issues enforcement actions.
DNR enforcement actions for Feb. 24 2/24/2022 11:28:00 AM View Count 1761 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 issues enforcement actions.
Livestock Master Matrix adopted in 86 counties 2/22/2022 9:27:00 AM View Count 1960 DES MOINES –Most of Iowa’s 99 counties notified DNR in January that they plan to evaluate construction permit applications and proposed animal confinement locations by using the master matrix.
DNR releases latest draft of 303d impaired waters list 2/21/2022 4:11:00 PM View Count 2432 DES MOINES -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comment on the newly released draft impaired waters list. Data released by the Iowa DNR today shows 48 impairments are recommended to be removed from the 2020 303d impairment list, once the removals are approved by the EPA.
Livestock Master Matrix adopted in 86 counties 2/10/2022 4:38:00 PM View Count 1760 DES MOINES –Most of Iowa’s 99 counties notified DNR in January that they plan to evaluate construction permit applications and proposed animal confinement locations by using the master matrix.
Water Summary Update: 2022 starts with a dry and cold January 2/10/2022 4:37:00 PM View Count 1525 DES MOINES — The new year has started colder and drier than normal, as Iowa ended January with an average of 0.68 inches of moisture, and an average temperature of 14.7 degrees, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
DNR enforcement actions for Feb. 10 2/10/2022 4:36:00 PM View Count 1227 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 issues enforcement actions.
DNR enforcement actions, published 2/3/2022 2/3/2022 2:04:00 PM View Count 1561 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
Find Wilson Park Lake Water Quality Improvement Plan online 2/3/2022 2:02:00 PM View Count 1095 LENNOX – Iowans interested in results of a DNR study to improve water quality in Wilson Park Lake in Taylor County can view a presentation on DNR’s YouTube channel.
Environmental Protection Commission to meet on 15th 2/3/2022 1:58:00 PM View Count 887 DES MOINES - Commissioners have a short agenda at the Feb. 15 meeting of the Environmental Protection Commission.
DNR Enforcement Actions, published 1/13/2022 1/13/2022 2:31:00 PM View Count 1423 DES MOINES – DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.
Dry year ends on a wet note - 2021 Water Summary Update 1/13/2022 2:29:00 PM View Count 895 DES MOINES — Last year was the second dry year in a row for Iowa. Over the previous 24 months parts of central and west central Iowa received a foot less than normal moisture.
Counties - Sign up to evaluate animal confinement sites 1/13/2022 2:26:00 PM View Count 1760 DES MOINES - Counties interested in evaluating construction permits for proposed animal feeding facilities must adopt and submit a construction evaluation resolution by the end of January.
Water and wastewater rules on Environmental Protection Commission agenda 1/6/2022 11:43:00 AM View Count 1102 DES MOINES—Commissioners will be asked to approve four final rules at the Jan. 19 meeting of the Environmental Protection Commission.
DNR enforcement actions for Jan. 6 1/6/2022 11:41:00 AM View Count 1232 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 issues enforcement actions.
DNR enforcement actions for Dec. 29 12/29/2021 2:49:00 PM View Count 1497 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 issues enforcement actions.
Solid waste and water projects lead off Environmental Protection Commission meeting 12/16/2021 4:28:00 PM View Count 1531 DES MOINES—A presentation on improving solid waste management will kick off the Environmental Protection Commission’s Dec. 21 meeting.
Water Summary Update: Despite dry November, drought conditions improve and stabilize 12/9/2021 1:17:00 PM View Count 1362 DES MOINES — After a very wet October, November was drier than normal, but conditions improved over the month. As the state enters winter, conditions have stabilized, according to the most recent Water Summary Update.
DNR enforcement actions for Dec. 9 12/9/2021 1:15:00 PM View Count 1375 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 issues enforcement actions. The
Lake Restoration Program draft 2021 Report and 2022 Plan available for public comment 12/8/2021 8:46:00 AM View Count 2474 DES MOINES - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Lake Restoration Program is accepting comments on the newly released draft 2021 Lake Restoration Report and 2022 Plan.
PFAS monitoring results expected this week 11/23/2021 10:40:00 AM View Count 1403 DES MOINES - The first of many test results for per- and polyflyouroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals are expected to start coming in soon. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) include a large group of man-made chemicals that have been used for decades.
DNR offices closed for Thanksgiving next week 11/18/2021 3:44:00 PM View Count 1217 DES MOINES -- DNR offices will be closed for regular business from Nov. 24 to 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
DNR enforcement actions for Nov. 18 11/18/2021 3:43:00 PM View Count 1810 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 issues enforcement actions.
DNR enforcement actions for Nov. 10 11/10/2021 12:14:00 PM View Count 2065 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 issues enforcement actions.
Significant October rainfall improves Iowa drought conditions 11/4/2021 12:07:00 PM View Count 1516 DES MOINES —This October ranks as one of the top 10 wettest Octobers on record, with rainfall significantly improving drought conditions, according to the latest Water Summary Update.
DNR enforcement actions for October 28 10/28/2021 10:43:00 AM View Count 1740 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 issues enforcement actions.
Don’t be a dumping ground for waste tires 10/21/2021 11:17:00 AM View Count 4928 While most of Iowa’s 3 million old tires are disposed of properly each year, some illegally disposed tires recently left unsuspecting landowners with a financial headache and environmental concerns.
DNR enforcement actions for October 21 10/21/2021 11:15:00 AM View Count 1175 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 issues enforcement actions.
Enforcement actions 10/14/2021 4:20:00 PM View Count 1808 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 issues enforcement actions. The following list summarizes recent enforcement actions. Find the entire, original orders on DNR’s website at www.iowadnr.gov/EnforcementActions
Rule cleanups top the Environmental Protection Commission agenda 10/14/2021 4:18:00 PM View Count 1449 DES MOINES—Proposals to clean up water quality rules will be up for approval at the Oct. 19 meeting of the Environmental Protection Commission.
Iowa Finance Authority and DNR announce Hometown Pride Water Tower Contest 10/14/2021 4:15:00 PM View Count 1719 DES MOINES–The Iowa Finance Authority and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources today announced a water tower contest that challenges Iowa communities to show off their hometown pride in a short video for a chance to win a one-of-a-kind water tower design by Iowa artist Laura Palmer as well as design installation. The contest is in recognition of the importance of water quality and the State Revolving Fund’s efforts to assist nearly 700 communities in financing water quality improvements.
Water Summary Update: End of the 2021 Water Year sees continued drought conditions 10/7/2021 11:50:00 AM View Count 1774 DES MOINES — The end of September brought the 2021 Water Year to a close, and drought conditions have not improved significantly as the state moves into fall.