When Kaleb Young started studying at the University of Iowa, he wanted to become a doctor. And while he’ll gain that title, it will not be an MD like he originally planned but a PhD with a focus in flood mitigation.

The Director of the Iowa Flood Center says Spencer is now on the map as a priority for flood control. Larry Weber says 2024 demonstrated how large the watershed to the North of the community is, and flooding in Spencer is a harbinger for communities downstream

In Spencer, Iowa, city leaders held an event to update residents on flood recovery. They shared the progress they have made over the past eleven months, and offered resources to help members of the community better prepare themselves for the future.

An overview of the Flood Recovery Update Community Event held in Spencer.