If you travel on I-80 through Iowa City, you need to be aware of a construction project that may slow down your trip, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation (IowaDOT)
Contractors will shift traffic for a bridge deck overlay across the CRANDIC rail lines that will reduce traffic to two lanes in both directions. Starting Monday, March 30, westbound I-80 at mile marker 242.0 to 242.2 lanes will reduce to two lanes. On Wednesday, April 1, the eastbound lanes at that same location will reduce to two lanes. These lane reductions are expected to be in place until the end of July.
The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the 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…