The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will receive $1.6 million through May 2025 from the National Park Service under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to renovate the Creston, Iowa municipal swimming pool into an inclusive aquatic facility. Phase one involves basic accessibility improvements like toddler slides, zero-depth entry, and a splash pad play structure. This will greatly improve outdoor recreation for visitors of all ages and...
The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $1,672,000 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The grant will be used to renovate and upgrade Clear Lake State Park, including the replacement of a campground water line, addition of new hydrants, relocation and installation of new electrical pedestals, addition of full hook-up campsites, paving of accessible...
The U.S. National Park Service awarded a $299,228 Land and Water Conservation Fund (CFDA 15.916) Project Grant to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The Department will sub-grant these funds to Des Moines County Conservation to make accessibility improvements at Big Hollow Park. This project will add 18 new RV campsites, pave a fishing jetty, and establish paved accessible routes including sidewalks at the beach and to an existing kayak launch dock. Completion of these improvements will...
The National Park Service awarded a $205,133 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Iowa DNR). The Iowa DNR will sub-grant the funds to the City of Grand Mound to construct a splash pad in the Grand Mound Ball Park. The splash pad will tie into existing park infrastructure and facilities, providing a new recreation alternative for community members and visitors of all ages and...
The National Park Service awarded a $4,457,000 project grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) to renovate Williamsport Town Park in Indiana. The grant will fund replacing the existing pool, pool deck, and wading pool, as well as constructing a new splash pad and mechanical building. Additional improvements include renovating the bathhouse and parking lot, and adding new amenities such as...
The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service awarded a $240,000 Project Grant to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916). The grant will fund the construction of a pocket park in downtown Tipton, Iowa, at the corner of Hwy 38 and 4th Street. The park will feature an accessible splash pad, sheltered seating, and bathroom facilities, enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities and serving as a...
The U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service awarded a $13,881,000 Project Grant under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to the Utah Division of State Parks. The grant will fund the demolition of an existing swimming pool and building, and the construction of a new recreational facility in Richfield, UT. The new facility will include a lap competition pool, zero-entry activity pool, pool play features, deck and spectator areas,...
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Iowa DNR) received a $263,834 Project Grant award from the Department of the Interior's National Park Service under the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916). The grant will fund the renovation and development of Mallory Park in the city of Murray, Iowa. Key project deliverables include replacing an aging and unsafe playground, adding a 1,570 square foot splash pad with a 942 square foot wet area, and constructing...
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will receive $357,000 from the Department of the Interior National Park Service through the Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program (CFDA 15.916) to replace an existing 8-foot-wide asphalt trail with a new 10-foot-wide concrete multi-use trail. As a sub-awardee, the Lee County Conservation Board will construct 2,725 feet of trail connecting South Park to Pollmiller Park and adjacent parks. This project aims to improve...
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources received a $573,550 federal grant award from the National Park Service's Land and Water Conservation Fund (CFDA 15.916) Outdoor Recreation Acquisition, Development and Planning program. The grant will fund the construction of 1.2 miles of new trail within Swede Point Park in Madrid, Iowa, as part of the High Trestle Trail phased construction project. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will subgrant the funds to Boone County Conservation for this...