Spencer, Iowa — A railroad crossing replacement on U.S. 18/71 in Spencer will require detouring U.S. 18/71 traffic beginning on Monday, May 16 until May 24, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 3 office.
Transportation Planner Dakin Schultz says traffic will be detoured using Clay County roads M-50 and B-19.
The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.
They also remind us that the latest traveler information is available anytime through their 511 system. Visit 511ia.org; call 511 (within Iowa) or 800-288-1047 (nationwide); stay connected with 511 on Facebook or Twitter (find links at https://iowadot.gov/511/511-social-media-sites); or download the free app to your mobile device.
You can also subscribe to “Your 511” and sign up to receive the email/text alerts. They tell us you can visit https://new.511ia.org/#login to sign up. For instructions and help for this feature, visit https://www.511ia.org/help/section/how-to-create-and-manage-a-511-account.html.
