Sioux City, Iowa – Aug. 28, 2023 – Labor Day marks the traditional end of summer. Hopefully, you enjoyed the season around the Iowa Lakes Region, but we need to let you know the Iowa Department of Transportation and our contractors will be shifting back into construction mode on U.S. 71 in Arnolds Park starting on Tuesday, Sept. 5, weather permitting.
For stage 2 of the U.S. 71 Lakes Reconstruction Project, we’ll need to close the northbound lane of U.S. 71 from Benit Drive through Broadway Street in Arnolds Park so the pavement can be replaced. Southbound U.S. 71 traffic will be routed around the work zone using Broadway Street and Lake Street. This part of the project is expected to last four weeks.
Help keep everyone on the road safer. 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, you should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.
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For general information about this project contact Dakin Schultz, District 3 Office, at 712-274-5837 or dakin.schultz@iowadot.us