DURANGO, Iowa – March 11, 2026 – If you drive on Iowa 3 west of Sageville, you need to be aware of an upcoming road closure that may slow down your trip, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Manchester construction office.
Crews will close Iowa 3 to traffic beginning on Monday, March 23, weather permitting, to allow for the reconstruction of Iowa 3 between Boy Scout Road and Sageville.
When the roadway is closed you will follow a marked detour route that takes you west on U.S. 20 to Dyersville, then north on U.S. 52 to reach Iowa 3. Access will be maintained for local residents during this project. Work is planned to continue all season with an anticipated completion date of Tuesday, Dec. 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.
The latest traveler information is available anytime through our 511 system. Visit 511ia.org; call 511 (within Iowa) or 800-288-1047 (nationwide); stay connected with 511 on Facebook or X (find links at https://iowadot.gov/travel-tools/iowa-511/511-social-media-sites); or download the free app to your mobile device.
It’s easy to subscribe to Your 511 and sign up to receive email/text alerts. Visit https://new.511ia.org/#login to sign up. For instructions and help with this feature, visit https://www.511ia.org/help/section/how-to-create-and-manage-a-511-account.html.
###
For general information about this project, contact Hugh Holak, Iowa DOT Manchester construction office, at 563 927-2397 or hugh.holak@iowadot.us.
1009 W. Main
Manchester, IA 52057-0129