Dawson

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About Dawson

City in Iowa, USA

116Population

0.5 sq miArea

1,037 ftElevation

Dawson is a city in Dallas County, Iowa, United States. The population was 116 at the time of the 2020 census. It is part of the Des Moines–West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area.

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September 14–20, 2026·Iowa · IA

A Flood Watch is in effect, with Showers And Thunderstorms Likely.

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Sam G.

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Looking to start a weekend running group

Easy pace, a few miles, all levels welcome. Reply if you'd want to join — figuring out a meetup spot.

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Aisha M.

5h · Townwide

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Big thanks to whoever returned my wallet

Left it at the counter and someone turned it in with everything inside. Faith in Dawson restored.

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