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Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over

The recent blast of arctic air is growing ice on lakes and ponds across the northern two-thirds of Iowa.

December 12, 2023

Iowa's Wildlife

News Release

Donations allow DNR to complete wildlife tracking system to monitor migration

The Iowa DNR has received two $60,000 donations that will allow it to complete its Motus Wildlife Tracking System Network across the state.

December 12, 2023

Ledges State Park 100th anniversary kickoff event Dec. 21

2024 will mark the 100th anniversary of the dedication of Ledges State Park.

December 12, 2023

Pre-register for MAC training by Dec. 27 for commercial applications

Beginning Jan. 4, 2024, commercial manure applicators can fulfill annual training for manure applicator certification (MAC) requirements at 73 locations in Iowa

December 12, 2023

News Release

Cold weather concrete pours – a word of advice from an expert

Can your concrete stand up to the weather? The Iowa DNRs’ senior AFO engineer Paul Petitti is a professional when it comes to concrete inspections.

December 12, 2023

News Release

Winter land application limits begin soon

Dry conditions and warm weather provided an early harvest and manure application season.

December 12, 2023

Boil advisory lifted for southwest side of Waukee

The boil advisory issued on Dec. 7 for the southwest side of Waukee has been lifted.

December 9, 2023

News Release

Book a state park cabin in January or February, get 20% off your stay!

Are you ready for a cozy getaway in an Iowa State Park cabin?

December 8, 2023

Iowa's Wildlife

News Release

Status of Iowa Bald Eagles in 2023

Every year over a hundred volunteers and DNR staff head out to spy on Iowa's Bald Eagles.

December 8, 2023

Boards and Commissions

Public Meeting or Comments

Natural Resource Commission to meet Dec. 14

The NRC of the Iowa DNR will meet at 9:30 a.m., Dec. 14, in the Wallace State Office Building, Conference Room 2 North, 502 East Ninth Street, in Des Moines.

December 8, 2023

Water Monitoring

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Water Summary Update: November one of driest months on record

Preliminary numbers show November to be one of the driest months on record, according to the latest Water Summary Update.

December 7, 2023

Watershed Improvement

Public Meeting or Comments

Iowa Nonpoint Source Plan Vision available for public review

Iowa’s Nonpoint Source Management Plan Vision document and public presentation are now available for public review and comment

December 7, 2023

Boards and Commissions

Public Meeting or Comments

Environmental Protection Commission meeting agenda

The Environmental Protection Commission (EPC) of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have their monthly business meeting Dec. 19.

December 7, 2023

Enforcement Actions

News Release

DNR enforcement actions, published 12/7/2023

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

December 7, 2023

Public Meeting or Comments

Air quality permits under review, December 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.

December 7, 2023