Southbound I-380 Lane Closure in Cedar Rapids for Bridge Repair
An exit-only lane on southbound I-380 in Cedar Rapids will be closed for bridge repair between H Avenue and 7th Street Northeast from Friday, November 20, through Monday, November 23, at 6 a.m. The H Avenue on-ramp and 7th Street…
Cedar Rapids Waterloo Iowa City & Dubuque, IA, November 13, 2026 — Motorists traveling on southbound Interstate 380 in Cedar Rapids should anticipate lane closures due to essential bridge repair work. The closure is scheduled to affect an exit-only lane between H Avenue and 7th Street Northeast.
The repair project will commence on Friday, November 20, and is expected to conclude on Monday, November 23, at 6 a.m. During this period, drivers will need to navigate around the affected section. Authorities have stated that while the exit-only lane will be closed, access points will be maintained.
The H Avenue on-ramp, which provides access to southbound I-380, will remain open throughout the repair period. Additionally, the 7th Street Northeast off-ramp will also continue to be accessible to the public. These measures are intended to minimize disruption to local traffic flow while the necessary maintenance is performed.
The bridge repair is a critical step in ensuring the continued safety and structural integrity of the I-380 infrastructure. Commuters are advised to allow for extra travel time during the closure dates, as temporary traffic patterns may cause delays. Further details regarding specific work crews or contractors involved were not immediately available.
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