Black Hawk Lake Restoration Efforts Receive National Recognition

MEDIA CONTACTS: Michelle Balmer, DNR, at 515-238-2458 or michelle.balmer@dnr.iowa.gov; Ethan Thies, at 712-730-3018 or ethan.thies@dnr.iowa.gov DES MOINES – Project partners behind a major restoration effort to improve water quality in Black Hawk Lake, located in Sac County, received national recognition for their achievements. The Black Hawk Lake Watershed Project, The City of Lake View, and…

Rock Armor on Gunshot Hill

Spring Newsletter 2022

New lake view at Lake View, no pun intended. Our appreciation to the Iowa DNR for opening up the view of Black Hawk Lake from the public access area on the south side of the lake, known as Gunshot Hill. Trees and brush that totally blocked viewing the lake were recently removed. Included in this…