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Upcoming Events

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Devastation of a coastal aquifer from the most powerful storm ever: a story of resilience and recovery

Friday, December 12, 2025 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Stanley Hydraulics Laboratory
The northwest Pacific Ocean is a hot spot for sea level rise and increasing frequency of stronger storms. It is where Supertyphoon Haiyan formed, the strongest storm on record to hit land, which provided a window into the hydrologic impacts of an extreme storm.
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West Liberty Science Night

Thursday, April 2, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
West Liberty Elementary School

K-4 children and parents are invited to the West Liberty Science Night on Thursday, April 2nd!

Join us for a fun-filled night of interactive science demonstrations and activities provided by various organizations, including IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center.

We hope to see you there!

Past Events

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From the Driftless to the Delta: Rethinking Water Protections in the Mississippi River Watershed

Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building

Join us for a timely panel discussion exploring how states, communities, and advocates are responding to the regulatory and environmental uncertainties left in the wake of the Sackett v. EPA decision. With a focus on wetlands and water protections across the Mississippi River watershed — from the bluffs of the Driftless Region to the bayous of the Delta — this conversation brings together regional experts to highlight innovative legal, policy, and collaborative approaches for safeguarding...

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IFSMA 13th Annual Fall Conference

Thursday, November 6, 2025 8:00am to 5:00pm
Otter Creek Golf Course

Join us for the 13th Annual Iowa Floodplain & Stormwater Management Association Fall Conference!

The conference will be held on Thursday, November 6, at Otter Creek Golf Course in Ankeny, Iowa, and will feature a day full of presentations and networking opportunities.

Larry Weber, Iowa Flood Center director, and Dan Gilles, water resources engineer, will present on key topics, including:

Iowa Flood Center Tools and Services for Iowans

Applications of Forecasting Tools in Local Government Flood...

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ICYF STEAM Night

Saturday, November 8, 2025 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Indianola Community Youth Foundation

Roll up your sleeves—it's time to experiment, explore, and engineer at the Indianola Community Youth Foundation's STEAM Night!

This free community event is open to families of all ages, with hands-on learning stations, interactive activities, and exciting demonstrations. Organizations will be providing an interactive booth or demonstration that inspires excitement around science, technology, engineering, art, or math. This is a great opportunity to spark curiosity in STEAM fields!

The event will...