Julien Dubuque Bridge Is Now Open Evenings & Weekends

Bridge Construction Updates as of 8/27/26

From Iowa DOT: Expected Completion End of September

Work is on schedule and expected to be completed in late September, weather permitting.

• The eastbound lane will be closed on working days but will reopen for the evening commute and during weekends.

• Closures will always be on the eastbound lane.

Detour Route During eastbound lane closures, drivers will follow a marked detour. See below for step-by-step directions.

The latest traveler information is available anytime through our 511 system. Visit 511ia.org; call 511 (within Iowa) or 800-288-1047 (nationwide); stay connected with 511 on Facebook or X (find links at https://iowadot.gov/travel-tools/iowa-511/511-social-media-sites); or download the free app to your mobile device. 

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Eastbound Detour Route & Travel Tips

Coming from Dubuque:

1. Start on US Hwy 20 in Dubuque

2. Head north to the IA–WI Bridge (US 61 / 151)

3. Cross into Wisconsin

4. Follow:

   • WI-11

   • WI-35 (south along the river)

5. Cross into Illinois via IL-35

6. Reconnect with US Hwy 20 in East Dubuque

Plan for:

• Increased traffic on alternate routes

• Longer drive times (10-20 minutes, depending on traffic)

• Delays during peak travel times