AMES, Iowa – May 14, 2026 – Tell us what you think about proposed improvements on Iowa 21 from north of Iowa 212 to 3rd Street in Belle Plaine in Iowa County.

Map of project area as described in text.

Changes include:

  • Three overflow bridges
  • Pavement reconstruction
  • Increasing elevation to above the 100-year floodplain.  

Due to bridge construction, traffic will be detoured using US 6 and US 63. Construction is expected to start spring of 2028 and end fall of that year.

Attend Open House to Share Your Feedback

When:  Thursday, May 21, 2026, anytime between 4 and 6 p.m.

Location: Belle Plaine Community Center, 1309 5th Ave, Belle Plaine, Iowa 52208

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 Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Share Your Feedback by June 3

Learn about the project and share your feedback. You will need to provide your name and email before commenting.
 

For questions about the project or for free translation services, contact: 
Sam Shea, District Transportation Planner 
Iowa DOT District 6 Office, 5455 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404
Phone: 855-925-2801, use the project code 2705 
Email: M82104@publicinput.com 

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