Flood Protections Progress Following 2008 Cedar Rapids Flood
City leaders outline long term flood defenses and buyouts after the 2008 Cedar River flood. Improvements include raised wells, a $20 million levee and flood wall around the wastewater plant, and a $200 million Highway 100 bridge project. Additional buildings moved above flood levels include the library fire station and government centers.
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Flood recovery effort expands across Iowa cities reforms
The Gazette and KCRG TV9 launch a flood recovery experience for iPad and tablets showing Eastern Iowa efforts. Iowa City and Coralville raise levees and bridges to guard against floods while water systems are strengthened. Experts warn climate change will bring more rain and higher flood risk, urging improved stormwater management and continued levee projects.
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Linn County Conservation Department
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