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Hurricane David damaged much of the waterfront in 1979, and provided an ideal opportunity for the city to clean up and update. A seawall now reduces des moines intl airport the chance of future storm damage, des moines intl airport and land in front of it has been reclaimed, beautified, and given a snappy name Bay Front.In addition, a new jetty has been built to replace the old one and provide facilities for small boats and ferry services.

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