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The Ocheyedan river running dry

Iowa needs a plan for using its precious groundwater

Thursday, February 22, 2024
A conversion of several factors, some natural and some self-imposed, is leading to recognition that the State of Iowa needs a plan to safeguard groundwater reserves in the future.
front image of IGS Geode publication

The IGS Geode - a look at the activities of the Iowa Geological Survey from July 2022 through June 2023

Friday, January 12, 2024
Please enjoy an online copy of our magazine, The IGS Geode, showcasing some of the Iowa Geological Survey’s activities during the past year.
Cover of IGS geode magazine

Our latest issue of The IGS Geode

Friday, January 27, 2023
Please enjoy an online copy of our magazine, The IGS Geode, showcasing some of the Iowa Geological Survey’s activities during the past year.
Bedrock elevation and quaternary thickness maps of Lee County, Iowa

New maps published as part of USGS STATEMAP program

Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Iowa Geological Survey staff recently completed 10 map products as part of the US Geological Survey STATEMAP program.
IGS Geode magazine cover

Latest issue of The IGS Geode published

Tuesday, January 18, 2022
Please enjoy an online copy of our magazine, The IGS Geode, showcasing some of the Iowa Geological Survey’s activities during the past year.

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