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Iowa Road Conditions: Dial 5-1-1
Iowans have a quick and easy way to check road conditions before putting the car into drive. Just call 5-1-1. That's the new toll-free number motorists can dial to check road conditions. 5-1-1 is part of a nationwide high-tech trend aimed at providing better data about snow, ice and other hazards. The service will collect data directly from State Troopers and will update every four or five minutes. You can also check road conditions at 1-800-288-1047.
Click here for Iowa Winter Road Conditions Online
You can also check out the Iowa DOT's Weatherview site with real-time conditions from sensors across the state.
Road Conditions in Surrounding States
- Illinois: 1-800-865-5394 or Click here
- Kansas: 511 or Click here
- Minnesota: 511 or Click here
- Missouri: Click here
- Nebraska: 511 or Click here
- South Dakota: 511 or Click here
- Wisconsin: 800-762-3947 or Click here
