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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

  • W 13th St will be closed between Gaines and Scott Streets beginning Monday, March 25 for private water service replacement. Work is estimated to be complete by April 15.

  • This just in - closure of Marquette between 2nd St and River Dr begins Thursday, March 28. | A second high-priority flood resilience project will get underway soon! Preceded by utility updates, work at Marquette Street and River Drive will make storm sewer and valve improvements to stop backflow from the Mississippi River into the storm sewer system and the road at this location. The initial construction phase will require the closure of the north lanes on River Drive and the complete closure of Marquette Street between 2nd Street and River Drive. Use this link to find out more.

  • Beginning Monday, March 25, there will be periodic daytime lane reductions on E 53rd St for finish work in the boulevards from Eastern Ave to Lorton Ave. The south side of the road will have topsoil and seeding installed, while the north side will have sidewalks installed, along with topsoil and seeding. The contractor is estimated to complete the finish work by late spring.

  • Emergency water main work has closed Tremont between 46th and 53rd Streets. Work is estimated to be complete by March 29.

  • Iowa American has various water main and hydrant work happening across the City. Some of those locations include: 46th and Pine, 13th and Thornwood, 13th and Hazelwood, 15th and Judson, Division and West Central Park, and Division & Madison.

Neighborhood Streets

  • Lorton will have intermittent lane reductions between 46th and 53rd Streets beginning March 25 for asphalt reconstruction and overlay. All work is estimated to be complete by May 31.

Major Projects

All Other Street Closures & Lane Reductions (List)

Use this link to view a list of all street closures and lane reductions. 

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  • 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

  • Another step in construction of the Goose Creek Connector Trail begins March 11 with installation of a connector between Goose Creek and 59th St adjacent to Brady. Work is estimated to be complete by late March, early April. Find details on the overall project at this link. 
  • Due to work on the flood resilience project taking place along River Dr between 3rd and Tremont Ave, the Riverfront Recreational Trail has been closed between the Government Bridge and Prospect Park. The closure is necessary for pedestrian and cyclist safety due to the proximity of work and heavy equipment to the trail.  The trail is estimated to re-open mid-to-late March. Find details about the project at https://www.davenportiowa.com/news/what_s_new/davenport_flood_resilience_study_implementation.
  • The zigzag of the historic sewer system near Cork Hill Park is complete. All roads and sidewalks have been restored. Cork Hill Park will remain temporarily closed through the Spring. While temporary seeding has been done, other finishing touches may be needed before the park re-opens in the Spring.  


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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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