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Find the full list of construction planned for 2026 at this link. 

Change is happening. Bear with us!
Street and sewer improvements can lead to inevitable slowdowns and traffic reroutes. We ask that you keep your eye on the prize: a city with enhanced livability that can support existing business infrastructure as well as attract new companies. It’s a short-term hassle with long-term payoffs.

As always, safety is our number one priority. Staying calm and following construction zone signage will help us achieve that.

As we work to modernize the sewer and street infrastructure to support growth and a vibrant future for our community, remember: there are better roads ahead, Davenport!

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Current Traffic Updates

This Just In

  • Division will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Garfield and Columbia through August 5, for repair by Iowa American Water Company to the water main. 
  • Harrison St will be down to two lanes between Lombard and Locust starting August 3, for a lead water service replacement by Iowa American Water Company. Work is estimated to finish up by August 17, but will be followed shortly afterward by an asphalt resurfacing project. Watch for details coming soon. 
  • Lombard will remain closed between Clark and Hillandale Rd through August 7, for emergency sewer repair. 
  • There will be work in the westbound shoulder of Kimberly Rd between Elmore and Forest Rd for work by Iowa American Water Company. 
  • Great news, trail lovers! Construction of the final leg of the Goose Creek Connector Trail is officially wrapped up! With all trail phases now complete, linking Duck Creek to Veterans Memorial Parkway, pedestrians, cyclists, and runners can easily access the Duck Creek Recreational Trail from lots of northern locations.
  • Telegraph Rd Update. Culvert repairs on Telegraph Rd will continue through August 10. Sunderbruch Park visitors can still access the park on Telegraph from the east.
  • The Riverfront Trail between Mound Street and McClellan Boulevard has re-opened. Fencing work for the Railroad Quiet Zone project in this area is complete.
  • Pine St will be closed between 53rd and 54th Streets for approximately 1 week starting July 27 for targeted full depth patching. The following week there will be lane reductions between 53rd and 54th for targeted full depth patching, also. Work is estimated to be complete by mid-August.
  • Iowa American has various water main, hydrant work, and temporary winter patch replacements happening across the city including Harrison and Lombard, Kimberly and Forest Rd, 5th and Oak, 17th and Davie, 7th and Farnam, 9th and Wilkes, 12th and Spring, Grand and 12th, Division and Garfield, Olde Brandy Ln and Deere Creek Ln, Jersey Ridge and 28th Pl, Lombard and Adams, Carey and 30th, and Lombard and Marquette.
Neighborhood Streets
  • Street resurfacing will be happening at the following locations through August 10:
    - E 18th Street, Perry to Pershing
    - Davenport, Central Park to Denison
    - Esplanade, Columbia to Garfield
    - Carey, Central Park to Columbia

Major Projects

Closures for Special Events

All Other Street Closures & Lane Reductions (List)

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Park Access Impacted by Construction

  • 07.31.26 | Update. Culvert repairs on Telegraph Rd will continue through August 10. Sunderbruch Park visitors can still access the park on Telegraph from the east.
  • 07.29.26 | The Riverfront Trail between Mound Street and McClellan Boulevard has re-opened. Fencing work for the Railroad Quiet Zone project in this area is complete.
  • 07.31.26 | Great news, trail lovers! Construction of the final leg of the Goose Creek Connector Trail is officially wrapped up! With all trail phases now complete, linking Duck Creek to Veterans Memorial Parkway, pedestrians, cyclists, and runners can easily access the Duck Creek Recreational Trail from lots of northern locations.

  • 05.01.26 | The Duck Creek Recreational Trail crossing over Eastern Avenue will shift beginning Wednesday, May 6, for full reconstruction of the bridge. The crossing will use the entrance to Eastern Ave Park. 

    While the work is ongoing, you can get to the park from the north, and trail access is marked.

    When work is complete, the new bridge will shift the trail crossing under the bridge. Find details at this link. 
     
  • 04.04.25 | Use this link for information on the closures of the Riverfront Walk and Riverfront Recreational Trail near the Main Street Landing Project.

     


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BRAD | Better Roads Ahead Davenport

Meet BRAD. He is all about Better Roads Ahead for Davenport, and helping to reduce frustration when building better roads disrupts travel routes.  Find out when BRAD’s work might impact a major road near you by texting BetterRoads to 69310 or using this website, www.betterroadsdavenport.com, for more details and other resources.

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For Contractors

Contractors, or their designee, must submit an application to close a road or reduce travel lanes in the right-of-way at least three business days in advance of the closure unless emergency conditions exist.  Work cannot commence until the application is approved. 

Submit an application at this link.



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GIA | Great Infrastructure Ahead

Meet GIA.  She is all about planning for the future of our community. While BRAD will help keep you informed of current construction, GIA is navigating codes, design and budgets. Look for GIA and Great Infrastructure Ahead announcements as City Council approves budgets and designs for projects coming down the pipe.

Contact

Davenport Public Works
1200 E 46th St, Davenport, IA
Davenport, IA 52807
Phone:
563.326.7923
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