Lansing Bridge reopens to traffic

The Mississippi River crossing between Lansing, Iowa and Wisconsin is open once again, for a while at least.

In a release from the Iowa Department of Transportation, it said the Black Hawk Bridge reopened for traffic around 10 a.m. Monday morning.

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The bridge closed on May 17 after sensors detected movement of the 94-year-old structure.

After the bridge closed, it was inspected by the DOT’s engineering firm. Analysis of the report from the firm led the DOT to determine the bridge was safe for motor vehicle traffic.

Size and weight restrictions in place before May 17 remain in effect.

The Iowa DOT said it’s monitoring systems will remain through the construction of a new bridge next to the current one.

Ferry service continues

When the bridge closed, the Iowa DOT brought in the ferry and shuttle service used the last time the bridge shut down for traffic.

According to the DOT, the Monday through Saturday service will continue.

The schedule remains the same with departures beginning at 6:45 a.m. and ending at 5:37 p.m.

People using the service can continue to part at either the Lansing City Hall or at the De Soto Community Center. Shuttles carry passengers to the landings for the ferry service.

Crossing the river in the ferry and using the shuttle remains free.

More closures planned

As work on the new bridge continues, the Iowa DOT said they anticipate another multi-week closure this summer. The reason is for certain construction activities on the new bridge.

The public will receive notice of planned closures at least one week in advance. The DOT said notices come through its website, Facebook page, local media, 511 Iowa, and message boards around the main routes to the bridge.

Completion of the new bridge is anticipated in early 2027.