NEW HAMPTON, Iowa – Nov. 16, 2011 – Road construction work is nearing completion on U.S. 18 between Fredericksburg and West Union. A current lane closure on U.S. 18 in the area of Fayette County Road V-68 is expected to be removed Friday, Nov. 18. Additional temporary lane closures on U.S. 18 are expected to begin today, Nov. 16, and end Friday, Nov. 18, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s (DOT) New Hampton construction office. Temporary signals...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 16, 2011 – Over the Veterans Day holiday weekend, the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) restored traffic on Iowa 333 into Hamburg. This marked a significant milestone in Iowa’s fast-track flood recovery effort, as this was the last section of state highway to remain closed as a result of the Missouri River flooding. Iowa 333 was closed in June when a temporary levee was constructed around Hamburg and across the highway to protect the town. Flooding...
JEFFERSON, Iowa – Nov. 15, 2011 – Road construction work will require closing the outside lane on northbound Iowa 4 at mile marker 108 in Jefferson beginning Wednesday, Nov. 16, and ending Friday, Nov. 18, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Jefferson construction office. The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey posted speed limits and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 15, 2011 – The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) will hold a public information meeting Tuesday, Nov. 29, to discuss the proposed improvement of U.S. 75 through Merrill from BNSF Railroad’s property north to the West Branch Floyd River. The public is invited to attend the meeting anytime between 5 and 7 p.m. at the Merrill City Hall, 608 Main St. This public information meeting will be conducted utilizing an open forum format. No formal presentation...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 15, 2011 – The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is reporting that unfavorable weather conditions occurring over the last few weeks are delaying the opening of the Fort Madison bypass. Final construction activities are presently underway; however, progress remains contingent on the weather. The bypass will not be ready to open this week. The goal remains to have the new highway open by the end of November. The public will be provided advance notice of the...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 15, 2011 – The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is advising motorists that sustained wind speeds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts between 40 to 45 mph, or greater, are expected across northern Iowa this afternoon. The wind speeds are forecast to gradually diminish by sunset. Drivers on Iowa roadways should be alert to the effects of these winds on high-profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. Strong northwesterly winds exceeding 35 mph have already been...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 14, 2011 – For more than 10 years, Iowans have been able to call or log on to the 511 traveler information system for current road conditions of interstates and several state highways. Now, just in time for the winter travel season, the 511 system has been updated to simplify its use, add new features and enhance reliability. The Web version of 511 is now offered in three formats and is intended for trip planning. All...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 10, 2011 – It was inevitable, the wonderful fall weather that allowed the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) to quickly reopen the flood-damaged roadways in western Iowa has past and Iowa has moved into the winter travel season. There is no time like the present to get your vehicle prepared for the winter months ahead. The Iowa DOT offers the following suggestions for winterizing your vehicle and preparing your emergency survival kit. Winterize your vehicle now,...
AMES, IOWA – Nov. 10, 2011 – The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is announcing the Thanksgiving holiday schedules for the Motor Carrier Permit Center and all Iowa DOT-operated driver’s license stations. All Iowa DOT business locations will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24 and 25. Iowa DOT’s Office of Motor Carrier Services The Iowa DOT's Office of Motor Carrier Services will be closed Thursday and Friday, Nov. 24 and 25, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The office...
AMES, Iowa – Nov. 9, 2011 – Overnight, Iowa received its second taste of the winter months ahead, with 2 to 5 inches of snow falling in some locations. Last week travelers in western Iowa got the first glimpse. The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) has been prepared for the first snowfall since October, the official start of the winter highway maintenance season. Being prepared allowed crews to quickly respond when roadways became covered by a wintery mix of snow...
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