DNR investigating wastewater discharge into Mississippi River from Keokuk

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater discharge from the City of Keokuk into the Mississippi River. According to a news release from the DNR, the city reported it had an “ongoing” wastewater bypass due to malfunctioning equipment and a partially clogged line in the city’s wastewater collection system. It is unknown

By: Cami Koons

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: August 4, 2026

Words: 239

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a wastewater discharge from the City of Keokuk into the Mississippi River.

According to a news release from the DNR, the city reported it had an “ongoing” wastewater bypass due to malfunctioning equipment and a partially clogged line in the city’s wastewater collection system.

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