SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - A lane closure on the interstate may impact the drive for some residents.

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) states that crews will need to close the right lane on I-29 southbound on Monday, August 11.

This closure is necessary to repair the lane and a nearby bike trail damaged by last year’s flooding. Since the floods, the trail remained closed for public safety due to the riverbank not being fully repaired.

Iowa DOT says these repairs include a “final stabilization of the interstate foundations and riverbank along the Big Sioux River.” The repairs also include repaving the bike trail and installing a fence.

How does this closure impact drivers?

The Iowa DOT cautions drivers to drive safely, obeying posted speed limits and other signs posted in the w

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