Quick & Easy Detours to Avoid I-80 Road Work on your way to West Branch
Iowa DOT Construction on Interstate 80 has closed Eastbound Exit 254 (West Branch) until November 2024.
Eastbound Travelers:
Coming from the Iowa City area to West Branch
Visiting West Branch is still QUICK & EASY by taking eastbound Exit 249 and following the newly revamped Herbert Hoover Highway (F44) which will take you directly into historic downtown West Branch (Main St).
To Return to the Iowa City area or beyond:
Regular route is open to access the I-80 westbound on-ramp from West Branch (Exit 254).
Westbound Travelers:
Coming from the Quad Cities area to West Branch
The regular route is open to access the I-80 westbound off-ramp at West Branch (Exit 254).
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To Return to the QC area or beyond:
Go east on Main Street to leave town, this will turn into 290th Street. You will pass through Springdale and turn right at the stop sign. Use eastbound Exit 259 to access I-80. Detour is marked.
