Iowa Speed Limits Rising to 60 | Des Moines News

Iowa’s speed limit is officially jumping from 55 to 60 mph on most two-lane state highways starting July 1, but don’t assume every road will follow — some remain at 55 based on safety studies. The DOT’s rolling out aluminum sign overlays to save money, tackling nearly 1,800 state road signs in a week, while counties handle thousands more — a slower process. Drivers still need to watch posted limits, as not all roads can safely handle the bump. Safety upgrades are also planned for some roads, with the state projecting a $825K cost over two years, peaking in 2027. Speed may be up, but caution remains the rule. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/be2f03c11c3ec71b