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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

  • Beginning March 9, Rockingham Rd will be closed between Farragut and Elmwood for replacement of a private water line. Work is estimated to be complete by April 9. Follow signed detour, Division to River Dr to Rockingham Rd. Be on the lookout for updates on this area. The replacement of the private water line is expected to be followed by road reconstruction. 

Additionally, Iowa American Water Company will be closing eastbound Rockingham Rd from Dittmer to Clark for water valve repairs beginning March 12. This work is expected to be completed March 19.

  • Beginning March 9, E 29th St will be closed between Eastern and Bridge Ave for a watermain relocation in preparation for bridge reconstruction on Eastern Ave over Duck Creek. Watch for updates as work on the bridge is set to begin this spring. 
  • Jersey Ridge Rd will be closed between 11th and 12th Streets beginning Monday, March 9, for private sewer repairs. Work is estimated to be complete by March 13. 
  • Several preparatory projects on 4th St will happen next week. Projects will include gas repairs and watermain replacements. Work will result in lane reductions at 4th and Gaines, 4th and Cedar, and 4th and Fillmore.
  • Iowa American has various water main, hydrant work, and temporary winter patch replacements happening across the city including 4th and LeClaire, 12th and Eastern, Myrtle and Pleasant, W Locust and Myrtle, 39th St and Davenport Ave, 13th and Eastern, 15th and Harrison, S Clark and Rockingham Rd, 2600 Block of W 67th St, 67th and Jebens, Walling Ct and Grand Ave, and Ripley and 3rd St.
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  • Text betterroads to 672-83 to receive notices about changes in significant construction projects.
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  • 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

  • 01.09.26 | The Iowa DOT finished work on the Harrison Street Bridge over Duck Creek last week. While bridge work is complete, the Duck Recreational Trail will remain detoured until the spring, when the trail can be restored. Cyclists, runners, and pedestrians using the trail should cross Harrison Street at 35th Street while the detour is in place. 


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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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