The closure of two local roads in the month of April have been announced by the Iowa Department of Transportation and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

The Iowa DOT announced that Highway 14 between Monroe and South 60th Avenue in Jasper County will be closed for road construction starting on Monday. While the roadway is closed a marked detour route around the work zone will be in place on Highway Iowa 163, Highway 117, and Interstate 80. Changes could be made to detour routes during the construction season. Visit 511ia.org for current detour route information. The closure is anticipated to last through Wednesday, July 31st.

Additionally, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced the temporary closure of the Whitebreast Campground entrance road at Lake Red Rock for repairs. The closure, which is anticipated to last until April 25, affects access to the Whitebreast Campground and Boat Ramp. Boaters are advised to use an alternative boat ramp during the closure. For more information, contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Lake Red Rock at 641-828-7522 or by email at lakeredrock@usace.army.mil.