Atlantic, Iowa – Sept. 11, 2023 – If you are driving on Interstate 80 east of Van Meter on Wednesday night, Sept. 13, around 10 p.m., you need to be aware of the closure of both directions of I-80 for up to 20 minutes, weather permitting. Crews need to complete utility work over I-80 just west of the Dallas County weigh station between Van Meter (exit 113) and Waukee/Booneville (exit 117).
While I-80, as well as the eastbound I-80 entrance ramp from Van Meter (exit 113) and the westbound I-80 entrance ramp from Waukee/Booneville (exit 117), are closed, law enforcement will provide traffic control using a rolling roadblock to assist you through the work zone during the 20-minute closure.
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 Austin Yates, District 4 Office, at 515-357-0783 or austin.yates@iowadot.us