AMES, Iowa – November 4, 2021 – Officials with the Iowa Department of Transportation are requesting public input on proposed improvements and right of way needs for resurfacing and reconstructing U.S. Highway 34 in Montgomery County, from the East Nishnabotna River Bridge to Montgomery County Road H-34, near Red Oak. The project includes the widening and reconstruction of U.S. 34 from the Iowa 48 intersection to the Eastern Avenue intersection in Red Oak. The intersection of U.S. 34 and Iowa 48 will be reconstructed to accommodate new traffic signals.  New culverts will be installed under U.S. 34 to improve drainage. Construction of the project is anticipated to begin in 2024.

The Iowa DOT is providing an at your own pace virtual meeting.

At your own pace meeting:

Date/Time: Anytime between November 4, 2021 – November 18, 2021

How to Attend: Navigate to www.iowadot.gov/pim and click on “U.S. 34, Montgomery County”

Format: Experience a self-guided tour of the proposed project and submit comments and questions at any time during the comment period. If you do not have access to the internet, or need assistance viewing the materials, please contact the DOT representative listed below. The Iowa DOT is asking interested parties to take a few minutes to view the information and offer any feedback.

Comments and questions regarding this meeting should be received by November 18, 2021.

For general information regarding the proposed improvements please view the information online at www.iowadot.gov/pim or contact Scott Suhr, transportation planner, Iowa DOT District 4 Office, 2210 E. Seventh Street, Atlantic, Iowa 50022, phone 712-243-3355 or 800-289-4368, email: scott.suhr@iowadot.us.