AMES, Iowa – Dec. 11, 2025 – Tell us what you think about proposed improvements to Interstate 35, including the U.S. 30 interchange, in Story County.
Locations include:
- North of County Road E-57/260th Street to North of U.S. 30
- U.S. 30 in Ames from the Dayton Avenue interchange to east of I-35
Improvements include:
- Replace and widen I-35 bridges over U.S. 30 in Ames.
- Lower U.S. 30 to improve bridge clearance for I-35 bridges.
- Widen I-35 to 6 lanes between Huxley and the U.S. 30 interchange in Ames.
During the reconstruction, each of the loop ramps at the U.S. 30/I-35 interchange will be closed and detoured during certain phases of construction. Traffic on U.S. 30 and I-35 will be maintained although there will be lane closures and overnight closures at times. Construction is expected to start Spring 2028 and end in Fall 2030.
Attend the Open House the Share Your Feedback
When: Monday Dec. 15, 2025, anytime between 5 and 6:30 pm
Location: Farwell T Brown Auditorium, Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa 50010
Description: You will be provided with information about the project, and you can talk through your ideas with our staff. There will be no formal presentation. The meeting space is accessible for people with disabilities. If you require more support at the meeting, please notify the contact listed below by Friday Dec. 12, 2025.
Share Your Feedback by Dec. 29
Learn about the project and share your feedback You will need to provide your name and zip code before commenting.
For questions about the project or for free translation services, contact:
Shelby Ebel, District Transportation Planner
Iowa DOT District 1 Office
1020 South 4th St., Ames, Iowa 50010
Phone: 855-925-2801, use the extension 8991
Email: k85852@publicinput.com
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