GRIMES, Iowa – June 12, 2026 – If you drive on Interstate 35/I-80 between the Southwest Mixmaster and Iowa 141 you need to be aware of overnight road closures that may slow down your trip, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s Grimes Construction office.
For crews to perform emergency work to fix a settlement issue on northbound I-35/eastbound I-80, the following closure is planned:
Northbound I-35/eastbound I-80 will be closed to traffic beginning on Tuesday, June 16 at 10 p.m.
Please use the detour shown here during the closure.
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.
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