U.S. 63 from Montezuma to just south of I-80 to close July 10 for pavement resurfacing #iatraffic
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa – July 3, 2014 – A Portland cement concrete resurfacing project on U.S. 63 from the north city limits of Montezuma to just south of Interstate 80 in Poweshiek County will require detouring traffic around the work zone beginning Thursday, July 10, until mid-September, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Marshalltown construction office.
Traffic will be detoured around the work zone using Main Street, Iowa 85, Iowa 21, I-80 and U.S. 63.
Iowa DOT’s construction project website, www.iowadot.gov/travel.html#/highwayconstruction, includes more complete information on major construction projects that will affect travelers across Iowa this construction season. This site includes specific project details, project detours and traffic impacts, costs, schedules, construction updates, contact information, and an interactive map that includes current projects on Iowa’s interstate and state highways.
The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.
For the latest traveler information anytime, visit www.511ia.org; call 511 (within Iowa) or 800-288-1047 (nationwide); stay connected with 511 on Facebook or Twitter (find links at www.iowadot.com/511/socialmedia.html); or download the free app to your mobile device.
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Contact: Mark Dunn at 641-752-4657 or [email protected]