The Iowa Department of Transportation announced on April 23 that overnight closures are scheduled for Interstate 35/Interstate 80 between the Southwest Mixmaster and Iowa 141 to allow emergency repair work on the bridges over Walnut Creek.
According to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Grimes Construction office, southbound I-35 and westbound I-80 will be closed to traffic from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. on Friday, April 24. Northbound I-35 and eastbound I-80 will be closed during the same hours on Saturday, April 25. Drivers are advised to use the designated detour during these closures.
The department reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey posted speed limits and signs in work areas, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. The statement also urges drivers to stay alert, maintain ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts at all times.
Additional information about construction at the U.S. 6/Hickman Road interchange is available on the Iowa DOT website. For real-time traveler information, drivers can visit 511ia.org, call 511 within Iowa or 800-288-1047 nationwide, connect with Iowa DOT’s social media channels, or download the free app for mobile devices. Motorists can also subscribe to Your 511 for email or text alerts regarding travel updates.
For general questions about this project, contact Kasi Province at the Grimes construction office by calling 515-986-2863 or emailing kasi.province@iowadot.us. More details can be found in the organization’s press release.
