Dickinson County (NorthwestIowaNow.com) — A major section of Iowa Highway 9 in Dickinson County is now open to traffic. The Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 3 office announced the highway, which links the Osceola County line to Iowa Highway 86, is fully reopened.

While the primary construction is complete, drivers should be aware of temporary spot-lane closures throughout this week and next. Crews will be on-site to complete final touches on the project.

The DOT reminds motorists to use caution in these work zones, noting that traffic fines for moving violations are doubled. Drivers should stay alert, maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, and wear a seatbelt.

For real-time road condition updates, you can use the Iowa 511 system. Access it online at 511ia.org, call 511, or download the free app.