AMES, Iowa – April 21, 2026 – Tell us what you think about the proposed bridge replacement on Iowa 281 over Elk Run Creek in Back Hawk County.

Map of project area as described in text.

Proposed Improvements Include:

  • Removal and replacement of the existing bridge.
  • Reconstruct approach pavement.
  • Replace guardrail.

Through traffic will be detoured using County Roads V43, D16, and V49 during construction. Construction is expected to start in the spring of 2027 and end in the fall of 2027.

Project Plans

View Project Plans (520.74 KB) .pdf

Share Your Feedback by May 4

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For questions about the project or for free translation services, contact: 

Pete Hjelmstad, Field Services Coordinator
Iowa DOT District 2 Office
428 43rd Street S.W., Mason City, Iowa 50401
Phone: 855-925-2801 Project Code: 8842
Email: f55382@publicinput.com

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