Iowa is in a very interesting position for a climatologist with respect to soil moisture, It is located in a transition zone between humid climates to the east, and dry climates to the west, As a result of this, soil moisture reserves may vary widely from year to year, and even from place to place within a year. A wet situation may prevail where free water can be found in the 5-foot profile and the tile are running.(omitted)

• R. H. Shaw