Resurfacing of County Road G5T, also known as Old Highway 102, is beginning soon northeast of Pella. The stretch of highway from New Sharon to the T33 intersection just south of Peoria in Mahaska County will require closing the road to traffic tentatively starting in early June until early August, weather permitting, according to the Mahaska County Engineer’s office. This project involves placing a fabric interlayer over the existing roadway, placement of an unbonded concrete overlay, installing shoulder rock and painting new pavement markings.

During construction, through traffic will be detoured around the work zone using Iowa 146, Poweshiek/Jasper County Route F62 and Jasper/Mahaska County Route T33.

Mahaska County 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.