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CEDAR RAPIDS — Linn County staff intend to work with area researchers to complete four water studies over the next year to better shape future water management practices.

The Linn County Board of Supervisors earlier this month approved a $130,000 contract with the University of Iowa to complete three studies around surface water sampling and groundwater mapping.

The county also is seeking a partner to complete a separate study around water quantity in the area and potential impacts from industrial development.

Separately, each study provides key insights into the county’s water resources. Combined, they can act as “the backbone” of the county’s future water management plans.

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