Local Systems
We support transportation partners in the funding, development, and implementation of their projects to comply with state and federal policies and procedures.
Local Systems Links
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Instructional Memorandums & Federal-Aid Guide
Resources and guides for local agencies on federal and non-federal aid transportation project planning and development.
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Trainings & Videos
Iowa DOT Local Systems upcoming trainings, past presentations and videos.
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IIJA Information
The Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act is a U.S. law funding transportation, broadband, energy, and water protection.
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Doc Express & Appia
Doc Express & Appia are secure, web-based applications used for construction administration, documentation & inspection.
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Grant Programs
DERA, federal & state rec trails, ICAAP, Iowa Byways, RISE, (TA Set-Aside or TAP
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FHWA Emergency Relief Program
Guide for requesting and administering FHWA Emergency Relief funds for damage on federal-aid routes in Iowa.
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Bid & Quote Thresholds
Determine bid and quote thresholds for city and county infrastructure projects based on type, cost, and Iowa Code rules.
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Equipment Rates
Iowa DOT equipment rates for cities and counties to estimate project costs in fiscal year budgets.
County Reports, Funding and Resources
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Annual Reports, Budgets & Programs
Instructions for filling out and submitting annual reports, budgets, and programs for counties.
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Farm to Market Quarterly Statements
Quarterly reports for FM statements, expenditures, FM distribution, and obligation balances.
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Funding Information
Basic funding information and background available to counties.
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Guide for Hiring a County Engineer
Guidance outlining requirements and recommendations for filling a county engineer vacancy.
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Resource Guide for County Engineers
Document to provide information about Iowa County Engineering to new County Engineers.
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Sign Replacement Program
Annual program to replace damaged, worn-out, obsolete, or substandard signs and signposts for cities and counties.
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Bridge Program Information
Resources, references and application information for city and county bridge programs.
City Reports, Funding and Resources
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City Resources
Basic funding information, helpful reminders, and All-Systems Annual Overweight Permit information.
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Road Use Tax Funding
Estimated per capita RUTF forecast for cities and Time 21 payment history.
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Street Finance Report
Street Finance Report login.
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Street Finance Report Training
Training opportunities for Street Finance Report are available in both person and online.
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Sign Replacement Program
Annual program to replace damaged, worn-out, obsolete, or substandard signs and signposts for cities and counties.
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Bridge Program Information
Resources, references and application information for city and county bridge programs.
Additional Resources & Information
About Local Systems
We strive to enhance the safety, quality, and growth of infrastructure in Iowa.