(Creston) Nighttime maintenance work on Interstate 80 near De Soto will cause lane closures in both directions over several days in April, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Creston Construction Office.
Westbound I-80 will be closed nightly from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. between the De Soto Interchange (Exit 110, U.S. 169/U.S. 6/N. Avenue) and Exit 113 (R16/R Avenue) from Monday, April 6, through Wednesday, April 8. A marked detour will direct traffic along: R16/R Avenue, U.S. 6/290th Street, U.S. 6/U.S. 169/N Avenue
Eastbound I-80 will also be closed nightly from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. between the De Soto Interchange (Exit 110, U.S. 169/Guthrie Avenue) and Exit 117 (R22/Ute Avenue) from Wednesday, April 8, through Friday, April 10. The posted detour route will include: U.S. 6/U.S. 169/N Avenue, U.S. 6/290th Street, and R16/R Avenue
The Iowa DOT urges drivers to use caution in work zones, follow posted speed limits, and watch for signage. Fines for traffic violations are at least doubled in these areas. Motorists should remain alert, keep a safe distance between vehicles, and always wear seat belts.
