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DNR investigating chlorinated water discharge at McLoud Run

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a chlorinated water discharge at McLoud Run Trout Stream in Cedar Rapids.

September 17, 2024

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Mix of short and tallgrass prairie increases species diversity at Heritage Hills in Clarke County

The Heritage Hills tract in Clarke County is a 595-acre public wildlife area that offers views of a picturesque southern Iowa landscape.

September 17, 2024

Events & Public Meetings

WQB Public Hearings for Regulatory Analyses to be held on September 24th, 2024

The Regulatory Analyses for the proposed changes to the Water Quality Bureau rules that are being made in accordance with Executive Order 10 were published.

September 13, 2024

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Air quality permits for review, published 09/12/2024

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.

September 12, 2024

Land Quality

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Iowa companies experience impressive economic and environmental outcomes through partnership with DNR P2 program

Iowa companies have saved more than 120.2 million dollars since 2001 as a result of implementing environmental improvements by the Iowa DNR.

September 12, 2024

Events & Public Meetings

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 09/12/2024

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting September 17.

September 12, 2024

Boil advisory issued for communities in Marshall, Grundy counties due to pressure loss

A boil advisory has been issued in several communities north of Marshalltown following a pressure loss event.

September 11, 2024

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Wiese Slough Wildlife Area

Wiese Slough is one of those places where the locals go when they need to get their outdoors “fix.”

September 10, 2024

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Save the Date: Statewide Volunteer Day is Sept. 28, 2024

Join park staff to help care for Iowa’s natural areas, freshen up campgrounds and facilities, and spend time outdoors.

September 10, 2024

Wastewater discharge in Crawford County reaches Boyer River

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater bypass at the City of Denison in Crawford County.

September 9, 2024

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Revised Air Dispersion Modeling Guidance Now Available

The DNR has finalized the most recent updates to the air dispersion modeling guidance.

September 6, 2024

Water Summary Update

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Water Summary Update: Decreased rainfall in August sees return of dry conditions

Consistent above-normal rainfall during the summer months slowed in August, leading to a return of dry conditions, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

September 5, 2024

Boards and Commissions

Events & Public Meetings

Natural Resource Commission to Sept. 11 in Leland

The Natural Resource Commission (NRC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will meet at 10 a.m., Sept. 11, in the Hanson Nature Center, 41600 Hwy.

September 5, 2024

Forestry

Discounted trees available at distribution events this fall

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), through a partnership with the USDA Forest Service, is offering large shade trees.

September 3, 2024

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Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds

Have the cattails in your pond taken over your favorite fishing spot or crowded you from one side of the dock or swimming area?

September 3, 2024

News Releases

DNR investigating chlorinated water discharge at McLoud Run

Mix of short and tallgrass prairie increases species diversity at Heritage Hills in Clarke County

WQB Public Hearings for Regulatory Analyses to be held on September 24th, 2024

Air quality permits for review, published 09/12/2024

Iowa companies experience impressive economic and environmental outcomes through partnership with DNR P2 program

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda, published 09/12/2024

Boil advisory issued for communities in Marshall, Grundy counties due to pressure loss

Wiese Slough Wildlife Area

Save the Date: Statewide Volunteer Day is Sept. 28, 2024

Wastewater discharge in Crawford County reaches Boyer River

Revised Air Dispersion Modeling Guidance Now Available

Water Summary Update: Decreased rainfall in August sees return of dry conditions

Natural Resource Commission to Sept. 11 in Leland

Discounted trees available at distribution events this fall

Late summer cattail and floating-leaved plant control for ponds

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