Iowa DOT News

September 2024

Northbound U.S. 75 on-ramp at U.S. 20 in Sioux City will be closed for four hours on Wednesday, Oct. 2

September 30, 2024

SIOUX CITY, Iowa – Sept. 30, 2024 – If you use the U.S. 75 northbound on-ramp from U.S. 20, in Sioux City you need to be aware of upcoming construction work that may slow down your trip. The Iowa Department of Transportation needs to close the northbound U.S. 75 on-ramp in Sioux City from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, weather permitting, so crews can set up a crane to move an existing light tower from the...

Tell us what you think about the proposed improvements to the Mitchellville Rest Area on Eastbound I-80 in Polk County

September 30, 2024

AMES, Iowa – Sept. 30, 2024 – Tell us what you think about the proposed improvements at the Mitchellville Rest Area on eastbound Interstate 80 in Polk County. (Event # 6246). The proposed improvements to the rest area include reconstructing the parking to increase the number of stalls. Additional improvements include removal, relocation, and replacement of entrance and exit ramps to the rest area. Traffic on I-80 will be maintained throughout the project. Parking at the rest area will remain...

Changing traffic patterns as new Eastbound I-80 lanes and ramps open at West Branch Interchange

September 27, 2024

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Sept. 27, 2024 – Beginning Monday night, September 30th, 2024, motorists traveling along Interstate 80 should be prepared for changing traffic patterns as crews prepare to open the newly constructed eastbound lanes and ramps at the West Branch Interchange. This transition marks a significant milestone in the ongoing project to enhance traffic flow and safety in the area. The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the...

Deck joint repairs on U.S. 218 ramp bridge over Cedar River Overflow begin October 7

September 27, 2024

NEW HAMPTON, Iowa – Sept. 27, 2024 – Deck joint repairs on the U.S. 218 ramp bridge over the Cedar River Overflow at the interchange with Iowa 58 in Cedar Falls will begin October 7, 2024. The project is expected to be completed by mid-November, weather permitting. To ensure the safety of workers and motorists, the ramp will be closed during the repair period. Traffic heading northbound on U.S. 218 and southbound on Iowa 58/Iowa 27 will be detoured. A...

U.S. 69 just south of U.S. 18 in Garner to close on Monday, Sept. 30 for repairs

September 27, 2024

MASON CITY, Iowa – Sept. 27, 2024 – If you drive on U.S. 69 just south of U.S. 18 in Garner you need to be aware of an upcoming road closure that may slow down your trip. Crews need to close U.S. 69 at the CPKC railroad crossing in Garner on Monday, Sept. 30 until Saturday, Oct. 5, weather permitting, so crews can make repairs to the crossing. While the road is closed you will follow a marked detour route...

Update: Ramp closures from eastbound I-235 to Valley West Drive (exit 1B) in West Des Moines begin on Monday, Oct. 7

September 26, 2024

GRIMES, Iowa – Sept. 26, 2024 – If you travel on eastbound Interstate 235 to reach Valley West Drive (exit 1B) in West Des Moines you need to be aware of an upcoming construction project that may slow down your trip. Work to repair a storm sewer will require closures of the entrance and exit ramps on I-235 at Valley West Drive (exit 1B) for 30 days starting on Monday, Oct. 7, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of...

Tell us what you think about Proposed improvements of U.S. 61 (Wapello Bypass) in Louisa County on Oct. 1

September 23, 2024

AMES, Iowa – Sept. 23, 2024 – Join the Iowa DOT for a Public Hearing to share your thoughts on the proposed improvements of U.S. 61 (Wapello Bypass) from just north of Iowa 78 to north of 130th Street in Louisa County. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the potential impacts of the planned highway improvements and present the updated preliminary design. The updated design reflects a collaborative effort between state, county, and city officials. ATTEND THE PUBLIC...

Nighttime lane closures on I-35 and I-80 in Polk County scheduled for Sept. 25

September 20, 2024

GRIMES, Iowa – Sept. 20, 2024 – If you drive near the Interstate 35/I-80/I-235 northeast mix master you need to be aware of upcoming nighttime construction work that may impact your trip according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Grimes construction office. Beginning at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25, weather permitting, crews will close eastbound I-35/80 at U.S. 69/Northeast 14th Street and the ramp from southbound I-35 to westbound I-80. These ramps will reopen by 5 a.m. on Thursday,...

Temporary Closure of Southbound Iowa 376 in Sioux City for Pier Repair Tonight (Sept. 19) at 9 p.m.

September 19, 2024

Sioux City, Iowa – Sept. 19, 2024 – Southbound Iowa 376 will be closed briefly tonight (Sept. 19), starting at 9 p.m., for pier repair, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Sioux City construction office. The closure is expected to last only 20 minutes. Traffic will be stopped for the short duration of the closure. The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware...

Temporary Closure of Southbound Iowa 376 in Sioux City for Pier Repair Tonight (Sept. 19) at 9 p.m.

September 19, 2024

Sioux City, Iowa – Sept. 19, 2024 – Southbound Iowa 376 will be closed briefly tonight (Sept. 19), starting at 9 p.m., for pier repair, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Sioux City construction office. The closure is expected to last only 20 minutes. Traffic will be stopped for the short duration of the closure. The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware...

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