OAKLAND, Iowa – July 15, 2016 – The Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 4 Office in Atlantic report, that in the next few weeks, motorists will see crews working at the intersection of U.S. 59 and U.S. 6 near the new Riverside High School. The Iowa Department of Transportation will begin installing a four-way stop at the intersection complete with stop signs, flashing beacons, rumble strips, new pavement markings and pre-warning signs. The work is scheduled to be completed July 28th, weather permitting.

The Iowa DOT has been working with the Riverside School District and the architect the last several years to improve safety at this intersection. One of the changes this group developed was moving the entrance into the school to line up with westbound U.S. 6 and installing the four-way stop. The new four-way stop is being installed prior to the beginning of the school year to allow motorists to become more familiar with the new safety feature.

The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.