Two Corridor Interstate Bridges to be Named After Fallen State Troopers

When traveling along Interstate Highways in Eastern Iowa, you will likely pass over some bridges named after some state troopers who died in the line of duty.

During a ceremony that will be held at 10:00 a.m. in Coralville on Wednesday these specific bridges will be named after the fallen officers:

...a bridge traversing the Iowa river along I-80 westbound will be dedicated in honor of Trooper Allen Nieland. Additionally, a bridge along I-380 northbound crossing the Iowa River will be dedicated in honor of Trooper Harold DeGear.

The effort to honor 10 dead troopers near the sites of their death was pushed through the state house after a single-vehicle accident claimed the life of Iowa State Trooper Mark Toney last September.

Members of the public are welcome to attend the ceremony honoring the two officers. Click here to receive directions to the dedication.

Here is the complete list of officers who will be honored with having their names bestowed upon bridges in Iowa.