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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 19, 2012
  • July 14, 2026

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This app provides real-time traffic and traveler information for Iowa's interstates, U.S. routes, and state highways. It offers hands-free audio announcements, a zoomable map with traffic event icons and camera views, and updates on road conditions, incidents, and closures.

Hands-free audio announcements
Zoomable map with traffic icons
Real-time road condition updates
Trucker Mode
Personalized account for saved routes
Traffic camera images and video
Weather radar and alerts
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What's New in Iowa 511

5.8.109

July 14, 2026

• We cleaned up the legend so it actually… legends. Camera icons now show which cameras stream video and which ones are just "striking a pose". • We tuned things under the hood for smoother, snappier performance. Enjoy the glow‑up!

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User reviews

App updates

I do not appreciate being forced to update the app before I can view the map. I was not in a place where I could perform an update so I was unable to check traffic before driving using this app.

Fix the cameras!!

Was working ok until a major storm hit. Roadside cameras won’t load at all!!

Great app! other states need to model this.

Used this app on 11/28 through 11/30 while traveling in Iowa. It is great, loved the camera features on the road trucks and interstates. Very useful to see actual road conditions.

Great App for driving

I had Iowa511 on my old phone, didn’t put it on my new one. I lasted about two weeks, got bottled up in a traffic snarl yesterday and immediately loaded a new copy to the phone. It was a big help.

By the way, I was a passenger and not the driver. I don’t text and drive…

Confused

I can see road conditions regionally, but Iowa road conditions are blank, or orange triangles. I would like to see what the conditions are, or wind conditions, not whether or not they are applying material

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Cameras not loading

Bug

Map not showing any information

Bug

App locking up when trying to use layers

Bug

Road condition data not updating in real-time

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Include tow ban information with expiration times

Feature

Improve map legend and visibility of road conditions

Feature

Bring back old app design

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FAQ

What kind of information does the Iowa 511 app provide?

The app provides statewide, up-to-date traffic information for interstates, U.S. routes, and state highways in Iowa. This includes real-time updates on winter road conditions, traffic incidents, construction, truck restrictions, and road closures. It also offers current traffic speeds and travel time delays.

What are the key features of the Iowa 511 app?

Key features include hands-free, eyes-free audio announcements of upcoming traffic events, a zoom-enabled map with tappable traffic event icons and camera views, and near real-time updates on various road conditions. It also offers a Trucker Mode, personalized accounts for saved routes and alerts, and access to traffic camera images and streaming video.

Is the Iowa 511 app free to use?

Yes, the Iowa 511 app is free to download and use. The Iowa Department of Transportation provides this information as a public service to travelers.

What areas does the Iowa 511 app cover?

The app covers interstates, U.S. routes, and state highways throughout Iowa. It does not include information for county roads or city streets. It also provides winter road conditions for surrounding states.

Can I save my favorite routes or camera views?

Yes, you can create and manage a personalized account within the Iowa 511 app. This allows you to save your favorite routes, areas, camera views, and set up alerts via email and/or text for easier access and customized information.