Iowa DOT's ‘Highway Helper' program coming to Sioux City
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) will be bringing its 'Highway Helper' program to Sioux City.
According to a release from the Iowa DOT, Sioux City will be joining the DOT's list of cities beginning on May 7. The goal of the Highway Helpers program is to keep traffic flowing smoothly at all times across the state of Iowa.
The release states that the program does this by offering free service assists to drivers who experience a flat tire, need a jump start, or one of the many other sorts of roadside services someone may need.
They also help remove debris from the road and aid first responders when traffic control is needed.
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You can contact Highway Helpers via their non-emergency line at 712-279-6960. Highway Helpers will also be on patrol from 5 a.m. until 9 p.m. during the week. In Sioux City, they will be focused on patrolling Interstate 29, Highway 20, and Highway 75.
Other cities in Iowa served by Highway Helpers include: Council Bluffs, Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, the Quad Cities, and the newly added Sioux City.
You can view a full list of Highway Helper services below.
Debris removal
Traffic control
Checking welfare
Tagging abandoned vehicles
Providing fuel
Providing directions
Jump starting
Motorist transport
Push/pull vehicles
Repair flat tires
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