Construction work on the Warren County road G-50 bridge will begin next Sunday, March 12th. The Iowa Department of Transportation will close the bridge to traffic in both directions, with construction taking place through early May, weather permitting.

During this closure, motorists traveling on I-35 and using the I-35 interchange (Exit 52) to cross the Warren County Road G-50 bridge will be directed to detour routes including:

Southbound I-35 traffic wanting to exit onto eastbound Warren County Road G-50 (exit 52) will be directed to Warren County Road G-64 (exit 47), back onto northbound I-35, and then east on Warren County Road G-50 (exit 52).

Northbound I-35 traffic wanting to exit onto westbound Warren County Road G-50 will be directed to the I-35/Iowa 92 interchange (exit 56), south on I-35, then west on Warren County Road G-50 (exit 52).

The Iowa DOT 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.