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Decorah staff warn Short Street intersection may close for months during Iowa DOT Highway 9 work
Summary
City staff said Iowa DOT plans for a Highway 9 resurfacing could require a full closure of the Short Street intersection for several months; staff asked DOT to phase work to keep partial access but were told no. Officials outlined detour options and emergency-routing plans.
City staff told the Decorah City Council that Iowa DOT plans for a Highway 9 resurfacing and bridge work could close the Short Street intersection for ‘‘months, 2, 3 months probably, at a minimum.’’ The council discussed detour options, signage gaps and contingency routes for emergency vehicles.
Travis, a city staff member who briefed the council, said the DOT’s plan set calls for a full closure of the intersection when crews work on the westbound lanes and that…
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