Iowa Transportation Commission and Iowa DOT address deteriorating road conditions

AMES, Iowa – March 9, 2010 - Today, the Iowa Transportation Commission amended the 2010-2014 Iowa Transportation Improvement Program by authorizing $12 million in additional funding for FY 2010 statewide contract maintenance activities. The action was taken as a result of a recommendation by the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) to direct additional resources to the maintenance of Iowa’s deteriorating roadways.

 

Iowa DOT Director Nancy Richardson said, “The damage to Iowa’s aging infrastructure by the harsh winter weather conditions is painfully obvious to motorists. There is no doubt this is one of the worst years in recent history for potholes, heaving, cracking, pavement spalling and other stress defects. It is also a systemic statewide problem that absolutely must be addressed quickly to prevent further damage, extend the service life of the pavement and provide a safe means of travel.” 

 

The increase is possible because of favorable results in recent bid lettings. 

 

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For more information, contact:  Dena Gray-Fisher, 515-239-1922 or dena.grayfisher@dot.iowa.gov