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County Engineer details roadwork, equipment arrivals and new state speed limit
Summary
County Engineer Adam Miller reported culvert replacement and bridge project schedules, new trucks and graders arriving this summer, evaluation of a tractor mower, and implementation of an Iowa law increasing speeds from 55 to 60 MPH on paved two‑lane roads, with local exceptions to be set by the Engineer and board resolution.
County Engineer Adam Miller told the Floyd County Board of Supervisors on June 2 that crews are replacing a culvert at 140th Street and Timber Avenue (road closed through next week), patch rock work is nearing completion and mowing is underway.
Miller said two new trucks are being outfitted and should arrive by the end of June, motor graders are expected in July, and the department is evaluating a tractor mower to improve efficiency. He reported right‑of‑way acquisition for Niles Corner bridge work, a revised start date of June 15–22 for the 170th Street bridge project, and a potential August start for Packard Avenue resurfacing.
Miller also briefed the board on a new Iowa law that raises the speed limit on paved two‑lane roads from 55 to 60 MPH. He said exceptions for specific roads will be decided by the Engineer and require a Board resolution and updated signage.
