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…

Third Quarter Newsletter 2021

Why a Fish Barrier? Because Black Hawk Lake needed one. Excess rough fish (carp) in a lake degrade the water clarity and quality, and also reduces the quality of sport fishing. A fish barrier can prevent rough fish (carp) from entering their favorite hatchery site, the shallow waters of Inlet Bay. Construction was completed this…

Second Quarter Newsletter 2021

The Power of One Tate Lahr of Lake View was eleven years old when he started the Reel Fun Fishing Tournament 5 years ago at Black Hawk Lake.  It has provided fun for hundreds of kids and adults each year since, with the exception of the Covid-19 cancellation in 2020. Tate has donated the proceeds of his…

First Quarter Newsletter 2021

We sincerely thank the family of Bob Page for honoring his memories of Black Hawk Lake.  How old was Bob when his parents first brought him to the lake? Maybe it was 1925, when he was 5.  Did his mom and dad relax on the beach, happy to watch him play? So many families have…

Town Bay in Autumn

Third Quarter Newsletter 2020

Working on a cleaner lake!Since 2012, over $10.7 million has been spent on water quality improvements in and around the lake.Why care about water quality? What kind of lake do you want him to have..? Become a Member Today Visit our Website BLACK HAWK LAKE WINS OUTSTANDING WATERSHED AWARD  Black Hawk Lake is the recipient of…