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The Iowa Flood Center (IFC) puts science-based information and technology in the hands of Iowa’s decision-makers, emergency managers, home- and business-owners, and the general public. Our work is accessible to everyone through the online Iowa Flood Information System.

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Together, We Are Iowa Strong!

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A message from IFC Director Witold Krajewski in response to COVID-19.

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Expanding Horizons: SWCS Annual Conference

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The Big Splash

August 13 - August 19

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Iowa Watershed Approach

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Hydrologic Network

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Flood Inundation Maps

The Iowa Flood Center (IFC) is part of the University of Iowa College of Engineering. IFC staff and students strive to develop the most advanced tools and projects to improve Iowa’s flood preparedness and resiliency, and to reduce future flooding.

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