Traffic and Safety

The Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) story map is now available for viewing by clicking on the link below. The 2019-2023 SHSP identifies effective safety strategies to address the areas of greatest potential to reduce highway fatalities and serious injuries in Iowa. The 2019 SHSP is the fourth and most recent statewide safety plan to be adopted in Iowa.

A request for an access connection to the primary highway can be made using our online electronic permitting system.

An SHSP is a statewide-coordinated safety plan that provides a comprehensive framework for reducing highway fatalities and serious injuries on all public roads.
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Intent of program, eligibility, program funding and approval required.
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Safety program for the county road system. The HSIP – Secondary Program receives a 90 percent federal reimbursement, and a 10% local match is required. HSIP program