Independence Day is nearly and for many of us that means fireworks, barbeques and road trips. As Idahoans prepare for their holiday travels, the Idaho Office of Highway Safety reminds them to be engaged behind the wheel. “It’s an exciting time of year,” said Highway Safety Manager John Tomlinson. “There is so much going on … Read more
SABULA, Iowa – July 3, 2018 – The complimentary transit service offered between Sabula, Iowa, and Savanna, Ill. will be ending Sunday, July 8 due to low ridership. The service was originally established on June 11 as a partnership between the Iowa Department of Transportation and Region 8 Regional Transit Authority as a way to … Read more
To extend the life of previously completed highway projects, sealcoats will be applied to several highways throughout the region starting July 9. The newly-treated surface helps preserve the pavement and provides for better vehicle traction. When sealcoats are applied, roadways will be reduced to one lane. Motorists should anticipate short delays and … Read more
AMES, Iowa – July 3, 2018 – Changes in the flood forecast may cause the Iowa Department of Transportation to close U.S. 30 between Boone County Road R-18 and Iowa 17 near Boone earlier than previously announced. New water level readings suggest the roadway will likely be closed as early as noon on July 4. The … Read more
AMES, Iowa – July 3, 2018 – Due to forecasted flooding in the area, The Iowa Department of Transportation is preparing to close U.S. 30 between Boone County Road R-18 and Iowa 17 near Boone beginning Thursday, July 5 at 12:01 a.m. and running until approximately 5 p.m. July 13, according to the Iowa Department … Read more
Safety restrictions on speed, parking remain for Highway 130 in lower Puna Posted on Jul 2, 2018 in Highways News, Main, News HILO – The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) is reminding the public that the speed limit on Highway 130 (Keaau-Pahoa Road) in the vicinity of the cracks at mile markers 14.4 and 14.6 … Read more
Election year reminder from HDOT Highways Posted on Jul 2, 2018 in Highways News, Main, News HONOLULU – As election season heats up, the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) reminds everyone that outdoor advertising, including political campaign signage, is prohibited within the State Highway’s right of way. Highways Maintenance staff and residents have reported increases … Read more
Repairs to Idaho Highway 5 near Plummer will begin the week of July 9. Construction will fix damage caused by a March 2017 landslide at milepost 5.8. Crews will remove and replace unstable material below the highway. New material is designed to anchor the hillside and prevent future landslides. Travelers can expect … Read more
ANKENY, Iowa – July 2, 2018 – The Iowa Department of Transportation’s Ankeny service center will be closed Saturday, July 14 to make building improvements to better serve you. The service center may also need to be closed a bit early on Friday, July 13 to prepare for the remodeling work. Please check Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/iowadot/), … Read more
Fifty miles of US-12 will be paved this summer to improve mobility and safety in the area, with work set to start on the first section during the week of July 9. The 27-mile section between Tumble Creek and Saddle Camp Road will be resurfaced first, followed by the 23-mile section between Warm … Read more