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County engineer cites DOT reasons for keeping 55 mph postings on two highways

Lucas County Board of Supervisors · August 5, 2026
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Summary

Lucas County engineer Todde Folkerts shared an Iowa DOT letter saying US‑65 (Co Rd H50 to Lucas) and Hwy 14 (Chariton to H20) remain at 55 mph because of high crash rates and a high percentage of curves leading into reduced speed zones.

Engineer Todde Folkerts read a letter from the Iowa Department of Transportation explaining why several highways in Lucas County remain posted at 55 mph. The letter states that US‑65 from Co Rd H50 to Lucas retains the 55 mph posting because of an existing high crash rate and numerous curves that reduce safe speed, and that Hwy 14 from Chariton to H20 likewise remains at 55 mph for similar reasons.

Folkerts presented the DOT rationale to the board as an informational item; no formal action was taken during the meeting. The information was presented so county staff and the public understand why posted limits have not been raised on those segments.

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