The Iowa Department of Transportation has implemented a couple of changes as workers prepare for another winter of battling snow and ice on the state’s roads. Craig Bargfrede (BARg-freed), the Iowa DOT’s winter operations administrator, says cameras will be installed in ALL snow plows and still images will be posted online.
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All plows will also feature blue and white safety lights, along with the familiar amber color.
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The Iowa DOT sets aside $40 million each year for winter operations. Bargfrede oversees roughly 1,000 full-time employees.
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Bargfrede says the Iowa DOT’s winter season begins Monday and runs through April 15th.