Scott County Road F-55 at U.S. 61 in Davenport Will Be Closed in Both Directions Starting on Monday, March 2

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DAVENPORT, Iowa – Feb. 24, 2026 – A project to replace the bridge deck and pavement on the northbound U.S. 61 off-ramp (Exit 124) to Scott County Road F-55 will require closing the road in both directions beginning on Monday, March 2, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Iowa DOT Davenport construction office.

Northbound U.S. 61 off-ramp to Scott County Road F-55 (Exit 124)

  • Starting on Monday, March 2, the northbound U.S. 61 off-ramp to Scott County Road F-55 West (Exit 124B) will be closed to allow crews to start bridge demolition work.
  • The northbound U.S. 61 off-ramp to Scott County Road F-55 East (Exit 124A) will remain open until the demolition work is complete.
  • During these closures you will be detoured to Scott County Road F-51/Blackhawk Trail (Exit 125) to access southbound U.S. 61.
  • The northbound U.S. 61 off-ramps to Scott County Road F-55 (Exit 124) will remain closed until mid-summer when the bridge deck and ramp pavement has been reconstructed.
US 61 north detour map 1

US 61 north detour map 1

Scott County Road F-55 closed both directions

  • While bridge demolition is occurring, Scott County Road F-55 at U.S. 61 will be closed in both directions.
  • During this closure you will be detoured to adjacent interchanges to access your route.
  • Scott County Road F-55 is expected to reopen within one week.
US 61 north detour map 2

US 61 north detour map 2

US 61 south detour map 1

US 61 south detour map 1

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 Adrian Simonson, Iowa DOT Davenport construction office, at 563-391-2750 or adrian.simonson@iowadot.us.