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Better Roads Davenport

Change is happening. Bear with us!

Street and sewer improvements can lead to inevitable slowdowns and traffic reroutes. We ask that you keep your eye on the prize: a city with enhanced livability that can support existing business infrastructure as well as attract new companies. It’s a short-term hassle with long-term payoffs.

As always, safety is our number one priority. Staying calm and following construction zone signage will help us achieve that.

As we work to modernize the sewer and street infrastructure to support growth and a vibrant future for our community, remember: there are better roads ahead, Davenport!

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Current Traffic Updates

This Just In 

  • Here's the current flood detour map.

  • Resurfacing and infrastructure improvements are coming to E Locust St between Grand and Eastern beginning Monday, July 22. The overall resurfacing project will include targeted full-depth patching, sewer repairs, traffic signal upgrades, and ADA-compliant curb ramp/sidewalk installation. Find details at this link. 

  •  Expect minor traffic control changes at Marquette and Central Park next week. As utility work finishes up Monday/Tuesday, Central Park will also be closed to the west of the intersection. See map update at this link. 
  • Our partners at the Corps of Engineers inform us, the roundabout at the foot of the Government Bridge will be open late next week; however, the Government Bridge will remain closed for bridge repairs. Watch for more information in the coming weeks. 
  • Iowa American has various water main and hydrant work happening across the City, including Gaines and 7th, and Rockingham and Homestead,

Neighborhood Streets

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Major Projects

Closures for Special Events

All Other Street Closures & Lane Reductions (List)

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Sign-up for Notices

  • Text betterroads to 672-83 to receive notices about changes in significant construction projects.
  • Sign-up for text, e-mail and/or phone notifications about significant construction projects and other news and notices such as our weekly edition of This Week's Commute, Snow Emergency Declarations, Flood Updates and more. 

Report a Pothole by:

  • Submitting your request on-line our using the SeeClickFix app (download from Google Play or the App Store), or
  • Calling us at 563.326.7923, 7 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (except holidays)


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Park Access Impacted by Construction

  • The flood resilience project along and adjacent to River Dr between 3rd and Tremont is moving right along. Expect current traffic control on River Dr to continue through early to mid-July. As for the bike path, there have been a few delays due to the weather and coordination with the railroad. With directional boring under the tracks and a number of other phases of the project adjacent to the trail remaining, the recreational trail is now anticipated to remain closed through early to mid-May.

  • The work zone for the Duck Creek Sewer Interceptor project is expanding.  Beginning the week of July 15 the Duck Creek Recreational Trail at Fairmount will be closed for approximately three weeks. Find details and trail impacts at this link.


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BRAD | Better Roads Ahead Davenport

Meet BRAD. He is all about Better Roads Ahead for Davenport, and helping to reduce frustration when building better roads disrupts travel routes.  Find out when BRAD’s work might impact a major road near you by texting BetterRoads to 69310 or using this website, www.betterroadsdavenport.com, for more details and other resources.

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For Contractors

Contractors, or their designee, must submit an application to close a road or reduce travel lanes in the right-of-way at least three business days in advance of the closure unless emergency conditions exist.  Work cannot commence until the application is approved. 

Submit an application at this link.



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GIA | Great Infrastructure Ahead

Meet GIA.  She is all about planning for the future of our community. While BRAD will help keep you informed of current construction, GIA is navigating codes, design and budgets. Look for GIA and Great Infrastructure Ahead announcements as City Council approves budgets and designs for projects coming down the pipe.

Contact

Davenport Public Works
1200 E 46th St, Davenport, IA
Davenport, IA 52807
Phone:
563.326.7923
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