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Welcome to Rural Waters, ISG's e-newsletter dedicated to supporting rural drainage, lakes, streams, streams, rivers, agriculture, and the environment.
With a balanced approach, ISG designs surface water systems with the latest technology to deliver multi-benefit solutions that mitigate flood damage and maintenance costs while enhancing yields, e ffi ciencies, and water quality.
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Welcome to Rural Waters, ISG's e-newsletter dedicated to supporting rural drainage, lakes, streams, rivers, agriculture, and the environment.
Sustainable water management is no longer a future goal—it's happening now! ISG is making a di ff erence in flood control, water quality, and environmental sustainability. Dive into our latest blog to discover how we’re turning plans into action with One Watershed, One Plans (1W1P) and Multi-Purpose Drainage Management (MDM) Plans.
With a balanced approach, ISG designs surface water systems with current technology to mitigate flood damage, minimize maintenance costs, and enhance yields, e ffi ciencies, and water quality—delivering multi-benefit solutions.
RURAL WATERS ISSUES FACING RURAL DRAINAGE
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Issues Facing Rural Drainage
Issues Facing Rural Drainage
Iowa's Funding Solution to Achieving the State's Nutrient Reduction Strategy
Midwestern Flooding of 2024
In late June 2024, the upper Midwest experienced record rainfall following an already wet spring, leading to significant flooding across southern Minnesota, eastern South Dakota and northern Iowa. Rivers overflowed, roads like TH 14 near Janesville were submerged, dams failed, and lakes swelled, causing severe damage to
When you hear the word drainage, you probably do not think of conservation, funding, or grants. ISG is working to change that. Proper drainage is essential for current farming operations, and ISG recognizes this need. However, we also understand the importance of clean water and healthy soil for future generations. Multipurpose Drainage Management addresses both needs: providing adequate drainage for agriculture while incorporating water and soil conservation elements into the design. MDM also opens opportunities in Iowa to leverage funding for soil and water conservation, reducing costs for Drainage District improvements. In 2013, the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy (INRS) was created in collaboration with Iowa State University, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS), and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). It outlines an approach to reduce nutrients, specifically nitrate and phosphorus, entering water sources and lakes via water and eroded soil. Over the INRS's lifetime, funding for water quality and conservation has increased as nutrient reduction's importance is recognized. This funding can support District improvement projects incorporating MDM practices, such as wetlands and ponds that temporarily store water and release it slowly. This storage addition often allows downsizing of downstream facilities, saving costs for the District. Other eligible conservation practices include terraces and Water and Sediment Control Basins (WASCOBs). Discussions are also underway about making two-stage ditches eligible for water quality funding. In addition to agricultural conservation, ISG has successfully obtained funding for drainage projects from grants and loan programs targeting municipalities.
infrastructure such as bridges, culverts, drainage systems, and shorelines. The widespread destruction led to FEMA declaring disaster areas in over 50 counties across multiple states.
Minnesota Disaster Declaration as of 09/13/24 Iowa Disaster Declaration as of 08/28/24 South Dakota Disaster Declaration as of 08/15/24
The flooding caused millions of dollars in damages, wiping out crops and impacting infrastructure. In response, ISG mobilized its water resources and environmental teams to support impacted communities. Drone flights were conducted across multiple counties to assess damage and identify priority areas. ISG coordinated with FEMA, developed cost estimates, and worked with landowners onsite to address and repair eroded and flooded areas. The team also used advanced techniques like televising tile systems to locate and document damage.
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