Iowa Department of Transportation
Making lives better through transportation.
Services
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Get a Real ID
You must have a REAL ID by May 7, 2025 to fly commercially, access federal buildings, or enter nuclear facilities.
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Get an Under 18 Driving Permit
Iowa has a graduated driver's license (GDL) system for drivers under 18 to improve driving skills.
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Find a Location
View our interactive map of locations across the State of Iowa for business hours, appointments, and more.
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Suspensions & Revocations
Learn about OWIs and what to do if your license is suspended or revoked.
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Get a CDL
Find out how to get a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
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Travel Information (511)
View an interactive map of current road conditions, incidents, and construction to plan your travel.
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Download Maps
Download maps of cities, counties, public transportation, trails, and more.
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View Construction Projects
Explore major upcoming and current construction projects across the state.
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Traffic & Road Conditions
Iowa 511
Real-time updates about weather-related road conditions, construction, commercial vehicle restrictions, road closures, and other events that impact traffic in Iowa.
Vendors & Partners
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Consultants & Contractors
View contract letting information, the electronic reference library, designer resources, and more.
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General Procurement & Auctions
Learn about the many ways and how to conduct business with the Iowa Department of Transportation.
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Transportation Development
View resources for the various modes of transit in the State of Iowa, and planning resources for the future.
Latest News
U.S. 30 bridge over the Mississippi River to close May 7 for pavement repairs
A pavement replacement project on the U.S. 30 bridge over the Mississippi River will require closing the roadway.
Be the First to Know
Stay up to date on the latest news including meetings, closures, response and recovery, surveys, and more.
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Making Lives Better Through Transportation
Serving the people and businesses of Iowa, the DOT's unique niche as Stewards of Iowa's Transportation System contributes to the state's Core Purpose of Enhancing the Quality of Life for Iowans.
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Make an Appointment
Scheduling an appointment with Iowa DOT can be done online in three steps. We'll help you along the way to ensure you're prepared with the right documents.