The University of Iowa continues to closely monitor projections of Coralville Reservoir outflow and Iowa River flow through Iowa City, adjusting protective measures accordingly. Monday, June 3, flood projections are more optimistic than last week’s.

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A relatively dry weekend gave contractors and University of Iowa facilities crews a well deserved break Sunday after scurrying last week to put into place seven miles of HESCO barriers and other flood-protection measures around the campus.

By the end of the day Saturday University of Iowa officials hope to have most of the planned flood protection measures along the Iowa River in place to address current high water projections.

The University of Iowa has been buzzing with activity as contractors and staff work to protect the campus from potential flooding of the Iowa River, almost five years to the week of the 2008 floods, although officials are cautiously optimistic the event won't be nearly as extensive.

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The University of Iowa completed flood protection efforts around Mayflower Residence Hall Friday morning and is on track to close Theater Building and the Museum of Art building, which houses a portion of the School of Music, by the end of the day.

Witold Krajewski, director of the Iowa Flood Center, says the University of Iowa center is in the middle of a five-year project to develop flood inundation maps for the entire state, providing one-stop shopping for the public.

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The University of Iowa plans to close the arts campus by the end of business Friday based on forecasts regarding the flow and elevation of the Iowa River through Iowa City by early next week.

The University of Iowa will brief media about ongoing flood preparation plans at 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, in 2520D University Capitol Centre.

The University of Iowa is taking a number of precautionary measures to prepare for potential flooding as the area copes with prolonged rainfall.