(1978) River Transportation in Iowa prepared by Office of Advance Planning, Planning and Research Division, May 1978. Transportation, Department of
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Abstract
This report identifies current issues in commercial navigation which affect Iowa and the Midwest. Bottlenecks in the river system, such as imposed by Locks and Dam 26, are discussed in detail. Solving conflicts between developmental and environmental values are also discussed, e.g., dredging methods and dredge material disposal practices. Current Mississippi River planning considerations such as extension of the navigation season and conflicts between commercial and recreation river users are also explained. One major concern to Missouri River navigation interests is future water supply to support the navigation season. A major factor which may limit using the Missouri River for navigation is the continued growth of upstream consumptive use of water for irrigation, domestic, municipal, mining, and industrial purposes.
| Item Type: | Departmental Report |
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| Keywords: | rivers, Mississippi River, Iowa, navigational development, river systems |
| Subjects: | Natural resources and environment > Water resources Natural resources and environment > Water resources > Rivers and streams Transportation Transportation > Traffic safety Transportation > Water transportation |
| ID Code: | 45203 |
| Deposited By: | Margaret Barr |
| Deposited On: | 11 Jul 2023 14:48 |
| Last Modified: | 11 Jul 2023 14:48 |
| URI: | https://publications.iowa.gov/id/eprint/45203 |