VICTOR, Iowa – February 27, 2026 – The rest area located at the westbound Interstate 80 Mile Marker 208 near Victor has reopened following reconstruction, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation.
In October of 2025, crews closed the former rest area building and parking lots for demolition and construction of a new building with modern restrooms and vending for travelers. The rest area’s theme, “Modernization of America,” displays murals that celebrate the nation’s new industrialization that followed World War II. The rest area currently offers the following features and amenities:
- Total Car Parking: 75
- Total Truck Parking: 19
- Adult Changing Table
- Men’s & Women’s Restrooms
- Family Restroom
- Handicap Accessible
- Pet Recreation Area
- Picnic Area
- Vending
- Indoor WIFI
The Victor rest area’s reopening reflects the first phase of a two-phase project. The rest area is planned to close again later this summer for reconstruction of the car and truck parking lots. This second phase will expand truck parking lot spaces to 36 from the current 19, while the car stalls will increase from 75 to 130.
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For general information about this project, contact Rest Area Administrator, David Bollenbaugh, at 515-239-1680 or david.bollenbaugh@iowadot.us.