Residents and drivers in Des Moines should prepare for a series of road closures this Saturday as the city hosts the EMC Dam to DSM half marathon. The event, which draws runners from across the region, will begin at 7 a.m. at the Saylorville Dam and conclude at the Locust Street Bridge downtown.
Road Closures and Timing
The City of Des Moines has announced that several streets will be closed to accommodate the marathon. Starting at 4 a.m. on Saturday, the following roads will be closed:
- Locust St, from 5th Ave to 2nd Ave
- 2nd Ave, from Walnut St to Locust St
- 3rd St, from Grand Ave to Walnut St
- Cherry St, Eastbound South Curb, between 9th St and 7th St (Bus staging)
- NW Aurora Ave, from 12th St to 11th St
- 11th St, from Aurora Ave to Oak Park Ave
- Oak Park Ave, from 11th St to 9th St
- E 9th St, from Thompson Ave to E Jefferson Ave
- E Jefferson Ave, from E 9th St to Pennsylvania Ave
- Saylor Rd / Pennsylvania Ave, from Guthrie Ave to Cleveland Ave
- Robert D Ray Dr, from Armory Parking Lot to E Locust St (southbound lanes only)
- Des Moines St, from Robert D Ray Dr to E 4th St (eastbound lanes only)
- E 4th St, from Des Moines St to E Locust St (southbound lanes only)
- Locust St, from E 4th St to Robert D Ray Dr (westbound lanes only)
All road closures are expected to end by 2 p.m. on Saturday, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
Community Impact
The EMC Dam to DSM marathon is a significant event for the Des Moines community, attracting participants and spectators who contribute to the local economy. While the road closures may pose temporary inconveniences for drivers, the event highlights the city’s vibrant community spirit and commitment to promoting health and fitness.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan their travel routes accordingly and to support the runners as they take on the challenge of the half marathon.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
