Fourth public meeting scheduled for Oct. 21, 2026 in Rock Island
Editor’s note: This news release is being sent through the Iowa Department of Transportation’s news release distribution as a courtesy to the Illinois Department of Transportation
AMES, Iowa – Oct. 8, 2026 – The Illinois and Iowa Departments of Transportation (IDOT and Iowa DOT) invite the public to attend an open house for the U.S. 67 Centennial Bridge Corridor Study on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 3 to 6 p.m. in Rock Island. This is the fourth public forum concerning this project.
After extensive analysis and public input, a Preferred Alternative has been identified to improve safety, connectivity, mobility and long-term reliability across the Mississippi River. The meeting will give attendees an opportunity to learn more about the Preferred Alternative and explore how the future bridge will connect Rock Island and Davenport.
U.S. 67, including the Centennial Bridge, is a critical connection between Illinois and Iowa. The study is focused on a long-term solution for the corridor.
Attendees will be able to review the preferred location of the future crossing, local road and intersection connections, bicycle and pedestrian accommodations, and potential bridge types considered.
“Public feedback has been integral to this study from the beginning and has helped inform the decisions made along the way,” said Mike Kuehn, Program Development Engineer, Illinois Department of Transportation. “We encourage people to attend, ask questions and learn more about the Preferred Alternative and what comes next.”
Meeting Details
Public Meeting #4 - Open House
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (drop by anytime)
Holiday Inn
226 17th Street
Rock Island, Illinois
There will be no formal presentation. Attendees can arrive at any time during the meeting to view exhibits, speak with project team members, ask questions and share feedback.
At the meeting, attendees can:
- View the preferred location of the future crossing and its connections to the Rock Island and Davenport local street network
- View bicycle and pedestrian accommodations
- Learn about potential bridge types considered
- Ask questions and talk with the project team
We want your feedback. Comments received by Nov. 4, 2026 will be included in the official meeting record.
Those who are unable to attend the meeting can review materials and submit comments online at centennialbridge.com.
Persons with a disability planning to attend and needing special accommodations should contact Michael Kuehn, Program Development Engineer, Illinois Department of Transportation, at least five days prior to the meeting by calling (815) 284-5307 or by email at [email protected].
About the U.S. 67 (Centennial Bridge) Corridor Project
IDOT and Iowa DOT launched the U.S. 67 (Centennial Bridge) Corridor Project to evaluate long-term transportation solutions for the corridor connecting Rock Island, Illinois, and Davenport, Iowa. The study limits extend from 5th Street in Davenport to 7th Avenue in Rock Island, Illinois.
The project is currently in Phase I, which follows federal guidelines to assess transportation needs, evaluate alternatives, identify and mitigate potential environmental impacts, and gather public input. The Phase I study is expected to conclude in the summer of 2027.
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For more information contact:
Illinois DOT: Paul Wappel, 217-685-0082; Kristophere’ Owens, 815-640-1027
Iowa DOT: Phil Mescher, 515-233-7969