DNR investigating copper release from broken pipe near Garner

Iowa DNR investigates copper leak near Garner

Copper-containing liquid leaked into a drainage ditch near Garner, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

DNR investigating copper spill near Garner; dead fish observed

A spill of a copper-containing liquid near Garner has caused a blue hue to a drainage ditch. (Photo courtesy of Iowa DNR) The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is investigating a release of copper from an animal mineral nutrition facility near Garner. The liquid flowed into Drainage Ditch 81, a flowing ditch southeast of town.  According to DNR, the Zinpro facility released an estimated 700 gallons of a “copper-containing liquid” on Thursday …

Fish kill in Garner: Copper spill from Zinpro facility investigated

A broken pipe on Thursday morning led to the release of around 700 gallons of copper-containing liquid.

DNR investigating copper release from broken pipe near Garner

A broken pipe that resulted in the release of an estimated 700 gallons of copper-containing liquid.

DNR Investigating Copper Release Near Garner

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is investigating the release of copper near Garner following a broken pipe at the Zinpro facility earlier today. At approximately 7 a.m., the DNR was notified of a broken pipe that resulted in the release of an estimated 700 gallons of copper-containing liquid. The material then flowed into an on-site storm drain, ultimately discharging into a drainage ditch located on the west side of the facility.…