Dubuque to Asphalt Overlay 10 Miles of City Streets Beginning This April

The city's 2026 Asphalt Overlay Program will improve over 60 streets across multiple phases this year.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 2:06pm

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An extreme close-up photograph showcasing the detailed, pebbled texture of freshly paved asphalt in muted earth tones, conveying the durable materials used to resurface Dubuque's city streets.A close examination of the raw materials and textures that make up Dubuque's newly resurfaced streets.Dubuque Today

The City of Dubuque is planning to resurface around 10 miles of streets across more than 60 city streets and sections in 2026 through its Asphalt Overlay Program. The work, funded through the Iowa Road Use Tax Fund, will involve milling down old pavement, recycling the asphalt, and repaving the streets. The city will also bring curb ramps up to ADA compliance during the process.

Why it matters

This asphalt overlay project is an important infrastructure investment that will help maintain and improve the condition of Dubuque's roadways for drivers. By leveraging state funding sources, the city can make these upgrades without directly impacting residents or businesses through additional taxes or fees.

The details

The asphalt overlay work will be completed in five phases from April through October 2026, covering streets across various Dubuque neighborhoods. Some of the key streets included in the project are Butterfield Drive, Center Grove Drive, Cedar Cross Road, Dodge Street Access Road, and John F. Kennedy Road in the initial phase starting in April. Later phases will address roads like Asbury Road, Atlantic Street, University Avenue, and numerous streets on the east and west sides of the city.

  • The Asphalt Overlay Program will begin in April 2026.
  • Phase I will start in April 2026 on streets like Butterfield Drive and John F. Kennedy Road.
  • Phase II is scheduled for May 2026, Phase III for June 2026, Phase IV for August/September 2026, and Phase V for September/October 2026.

The players

City of Dubuque

The local government responsible for managing and funding the Asphalt Overlay Program to improve city streets.

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What’s next

Residents on affected streets will receive notices in the mail with details on parking and project timing. Most streets should be completed within a week, and the roads will be ready for driving once traffic devices are removed.

The takeaway

This large-scale asphalt overlay project demonstrates Dubuque's commitment to maintaining and upgrading its roadway infrastructure using state funding sources, which will help ensure smoother and safer driving conditions for residents and visitors alike.