Resources

The Des Moines Area MPO is a rich source of information and analysis specific to the Greater Des Moines region. The Des Moines Area MPO strives to provide relevant and fact-based information, analysis, data and maps to help elevate the community conversation about the current status and future of Greater Des Moines.

Data & Maps

  • Feasibility Studies

    The Des Moines Area MPO regularly conducts studies to review the feasibility of building or implementing new infrastructure, services or programs. Studies that are underway are listed under MPO Initiatives. Studies that have been completed are listed here. Feasibility Study of…

  • Maps

    How to Use Interactive Maps To view a map, simply click on the desired map image.  This opens a web application that allows you to view multiple layers, change basemaps, measure distances and areas, share maps via email or social…

  • Newsroom

    The Des Moines Area MPO strives to provide members of the media with timely, relevant and fact-based information, analysis, data and maps to help elevate the community conversation about the current status and future of Greater Des Moines. Media Resources…

  • Performance Measures Dashboards

    Goal One: Manage and optimize transportation infrastructure and services Bridge Condition Pavement Condition (Regional) Pavement Condition (Local) Pavement Condition (Forecasting) Regional Trail System: Pavement Roughness Regional Trail System: Trail Gaps System and Freight Reliability Connected/Autonomous Vehicles Readiness (Under Construction) Transit…

  • Reports

    The Des Moines Area MPO produces reports to examine existing conditions and trends within the Greater Des Moines metropolitan area, as well as forecast future conditions based on current or changing trends. MPO Reports E-Scooter Study: Findings and Conclusions –…

  • Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP)

    Transportation projects receiving federal funding in the Greater Des Moines area are tracked and documented by the Des Moines Area MPO, which serves as the formal transportation planning body for Greater Des Moines metropolitan area. Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) The…