NEW HAMPTON, Iowa – June 5, 2025 – If you drive on northbound U.S. 218 through Waterloo you need to be aware of upcoming lane closures that may slow down your trip.
Beginning on Thursday night, June 12, until late October, weather permitting, crews will be working on a bridge deck repair project on the northbound U.S. 218 bridge over U.S. 63, 3.6 miles north of U.S. 20 in Waterloo. The project will be completed in two stages. During the first stage, you will be directed to travel in the outside lane of U.S. 218 for through traffic and have access to the off-ramp at Exit 181B.
Message signs will be placed along U.S. 218 before you reach the work zone to notify you of the upcoming project.
For more information about this and other Iowa DOT construction projects in Black Hawk and Bremer counties, follow the Black Hawk and Bremer County Construction Facebook page at www.facebook.com/BlackHawkBremerCo#!BlackHawkBremerCo.
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.
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For general information about this project contact Ron Loecher, New Hampton construction office, at 641-394-3161 or ron.loecher@iowadot.us.