Upper Mississippi Waterway Association

Promoting the economic and environmental
benefits of water transportation.

Upcoming Event: We Work the Waterways Maritime Interaction Day

When: Sept. 25, 2025

Where: Davenport, Iowa, Scott Community College

Contact: Members, if you would like to get involved please contact Erin Howard below or reach out to UMWA to connect.

contact@weworkthewaterways.com

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Cambria Hotel Davenport Quad Cities

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bettendorf

Rivers. Important then.
Important now.

Rivers. Important then.
Important now.

“Your true pilot cares nothing about anything on earth but the river, and his pride in his occupation surpasses the pride of kings.”
– Mark Twain

Navigation Maintenance

UMWA helps to ensure the Upper Mississippi navigation system is used and maintained in a safe manner.

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Environment Focused

We advocate for policies that keep our waterways environmentally healthy and viable.

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Stakeholder Members

The association’s membership is comprised of waterway operators, shippers and those interested to promote a thriving waterway.

As strong as our Members

Representing Members

We advocate for those in IA, MN and WI with an interest in waterways, from manufacturing to utilities; to transportation.

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Transportation

A large percentage of our region’s agricultural products are transported on our waterways.

Wildlife

Our ecology counts on an environmentally sound waterway.

Recreation

Use of waterways is a major contributor to economic vitality.

Infrastructure

Investment in infrastructure is essential to ensure the success of our waterways.

Organizations who support and
endorse the UMWA.

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Please join us in our commitment to preserve the economic and environmental viability of the Upper Mississippi waterway. The organization is only as strong as our membership, and we need people just like you.

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