Iowa DOT’s Pete Hjelmstad Talks North Iowa Construction, Lansing Bridge Progress & Road Safety Efforts

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER:

Spring means construction season across North Iowa, and Iowa Department of Transportation‘s Pete Hjelmstad joined us to break down what drivers should expect in the months ahead. From projects like the Avenue of the Saints shoulder work and Highway 9 improvements, to updates on the new Lansing Bridge, there’s plenty happening across the region. We also discussed Iowa’s historic drop in traffic fatalities, what’s contributing to safer roads, and how the hands-free law is starting to impact driver behavior.

For ongoing updates on Iowa road conditions, construction projects, and travel impacts, visit 511ia.org, explore the 511 Iowa mobile app, and follow the Iowa Department of Transportation on Facebook. You can also find live updates and video coverage of the Lansing Bridge project at iowadot.gov/lansingbridge.