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DNR seeks comment on proposed publicly owned lakes watershed program rule revisions

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking informal comments on administrative rules for the Publicly Owned Lakes Watershed Program (Chapter 31).

July 25, 2023

Forestry Fire

News Release

2023 volunteer fire department – wildland fire assistance grants available

The Iowa DNR Forestry - Fire Program, working in coordination with the US Forest Service, has grant money available for Iowa’s rural fire departments.

July 25, 2023

Watershed Improvement

Events & Public Meetings

DNR offers public comment period on Chariton River Water Quality Improvement Plan

Iowans interested in the results of a DNR study to improve water quality in the Chariton River can view a presentation on the Iowa DNR’s YouTube channel.

July 24, 2023

Watershed Improvement

Events & Public Meetings

DNR requests public comment on statewide lake bacteria water quality improvement plan

Iowans interested in the results of a DNR study to improve water quality in lake environments for bacteria can view a presentation on the Iowa DNR’s YouTube.

July 24, 2023

Animal Feeding Operations

Events & Public Meetings

DNR Virtual Public Meeting for Supreme Beef, LLC Nutrient Management Plan

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will be hosting a virtual public meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 10:00 am.

July 24, 2023

Enforcement Actions

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DNR Enforcement Actions, published 7/24/2023

DNR staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws.

July 24, 2023

Air Quality

Events & Public Meetings

Air Quality permits under review, July 2023

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.

July 24, 2023

Wildlife Management Areas

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Crow Creek Wildlife Area to close temporarily during construction project

A construction project at Crow Creek Wildlife Area, on the north edge of Davenport, will temporarily close access to the area while work is underway.

July 24, 2023

State Parks

Camping

DNR Creating Plans to Improve Amenities at Gull Point State Park

The Iowa DNR is in the early planning stages of a renovation plan at Gull Point State Park.

July 21, 2023

State Parks

Camping

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Lake Ahquabi State Park campground to open July 20

The Iowa DNR is re-opening the newly renovated Lake Ahquabi State Park campground on July 20.

July 18, 2023

News Release

Catch a summer of family fun

A summer of family fun is just a short drive and a fishing pole away. Plan a day trip or bring along fishing gear on your next weekend or camping trip.

July 18, 2023

News Release

DNR investigating drowning on Mississippi River

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating an apparent drowning on July 14 on the Mississippi River near Buffalo Shores.

July 18, 2023

Wildlife Management Areas

News Release

Swan Lake Road closed for road improvement project

A section of Swan Lake Road on the Hawkeye Wildlife Area west of Greencastle Road, will be closed for several weeks while a bridge is being replaced.

July 18, 2023

Summer heat causes fish kill on the lower Des Moines River

DNR Fisheries Biologist, Mark Flammang, discusses the investigation and background of shovelnose sturgeon fish kill in the lower Des Moines River.

July 14, 2023

Air Quality

Events & Public Meetings

Air Quality permits under review, July 14, 2023

The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and the air where we live.

July 14, 2023

News Releases

DNR seeks comment on proposed publicly owned lakes watershed program rule revisions

2023 volunteer fire department – wildland fire assistance grants available

DNR offers public comment period on Chariton River Water Quality Improvement Plan

DNR requests public comment on statewide lake bacteria water quality improvement plan

DNR Virtual Public Meeting for Supreme Beef, LLC Nutrient Management Plan

DNR Enforcement Actions, published 7/24/2023

Air Quality permits under review, July 2023

Crow Creek Wildlife Area to close temporarily during construction project

DNR Creating Plans to Improve Amenities at Gull Point State Park

Lake Ahquabi State Park campground to open July 20

Catch a summer of family fun

DNR investigating drowning on Mississippi River

Swan Lake Road closed for road improvement project

Summer heat causes fish kill on the lower Des Moines River

Air Quality permits under review, July 14, 2023

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