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Joined December 2008
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It was a beautiful day to open a bridge! After years of planning and hard work, the Mississippi River Bridge at Lansing is OPEN TO TRAFFIC!! 🎉👏 Congratulations and THANK YOU to all who have played a role in this historic project. iowadot.gov/news/2026-11-06/…
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As part of our winter prep, we work closely with local, county, & state partners to coordinate our response when interstate closures are necessary. We held 4 trainings across Iowa, bringing those partners together. Thanks to that teamwork, we're ready for whatever winter brings!
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Overnight closures on westbound I-80 between the Southwest Mixmaster and Grand Prairie Parkway will continue through Nov. 13. More details here: iowadot.gov/news/2026-11-05/…
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It's Winter Weather Awareness Day! ❄️ Are your tires looking a little...bald? Is one of your wipers hanging by a thread? Now's the time to give your vehicle some TLC before winter hits! While you're at it, dig out your ice scraper and throw it in your back seat.
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Overnight closures of northbound I-35/eastbound I-80 between the Southwest Mixmaster and Iowa 141 are scheduled for Nov. 11-13. Drivers should use the marked detour. Get all the details here: iowadot.gov/news/2026-11-05/…
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If you see flashing lights, slow down, and if safe, move over. Lives are on the line, and it's the law. #CRSW2026
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In honor of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, all Iowa DOT business locations will be closed. You may be able to complete driver’s license business online at: iowadot.gov
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📸Get your cameras ready, our annual Transportation Photo Contest is open again! You can enter up to 20 digital pictures across 20+ categories. Entries must be submitted by Feb. 2, 2027. Read the rules and submit your photos at: iowadot.gov/about/transporta…
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This is Crash Responder Safety Week: Slow Down. Move Over. Lives Are On The Line. We stand with the U.S. Department of Transportation in bringing attention to protecting traffic incident responders as they work to provide roadside support and keep our roads clear. #CRSW2026
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In honor of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, all Iowa DOT business locations will be closed. More details here: iowadot.gov/news/2026-10-30/…
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Drowsy driving crashes are preventable! Keep yourself and others safe: 😴Put sleep first. 🚗Drive only when you're alert and refreshed. ☕If you're feeling drowsy, stop and take a break. #SleepFirst #DDPW
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One drink can haunt you forever if you decide to drink and drive this Halloween weekend. Before the night gets spooky and the drinks start pouring, plan for a sober ride. #BuzzedDrivingIsDrunkDriving #DriveSober
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Crews will close westbound I-80 between the Southwest Mixmaster and Grand Prairie Parkway overnight from 8:30 p.m. to 5 a.m., starting Sunday night, Nov. 1, until Friday morning, Nov. 6, weather permitting. Get more details here: iowadot.gov/news/2026-10-29/…
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📢 IT'S JUST WATER! 📢 Part of our winter prep includes testing our de-icing equipment. If you see us out and about spraying liquid from our trucks, rest assured, it's just water!
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Several ramps and the eastbound I-80 lanes at the Northeast Mixmaster to U.S. 65 will close beginning the evening of Sunday, Nov. 1. Get more details about the closures here: iowadot.gov/news/2026-10-27/…
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