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Recent Research Findings by Iowa Geological Survey Regarding Flood-control Ponds
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Read about recent completed research by the Iowa Geological Survey finds gully erosion filling up flood-control ponds faster than expected.
The IGS Geode - a look at the activities of the Iowa Geological Survey from July 2024 through June 2025
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
We are pleased to share with you our magazine, The IGS Geode, showcasing some of the Iowa Geological Survey’s activities during the past year.
Iowa Geological Survey’s expertise supports California wildfire prevention
Friday, October 18, 2024
Matthew Streeter, a soil scientist with the Iowa Geological Survey, has recently expanded his expertise to the wildfire-prone landscapes of Palo Cedro, California.
Join us for an Iowa Geological Survey Field Trip!
Friday, June 7, 2024
The Iowa Geological Survey will be leading a field trip in Muscatine County on Saturday, September 28.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Funding to support renewable energy industries in Iowa
Thursday, September 23, 2021
State Geologist Keith Schilling is co-PI on a new four-year project funded by the US National Science Foundation through its Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research.
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