Iowa DOT's policy is to be
sensitive to the environment
and foster and enhance
environmental stewardship.

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

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ROCKS AND ROADS

 



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Unit 1: Geology of Iowa

Unit 2: What materials are used in road construction?

Unit 3: Why isn't the highway straight?

Unit 4: Road Design 101 How are highways designed?

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