Traffic Safety Improvement Program (TSIP)
Forecasted
The Traffic Safety Improvement Program (TSIP) from the Iowa Department of Transportation funds research, studies, and projects to improve roadway safety and reduce traffic incidents across Iowa.
Funder: Iowa Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 per project; annual program funding typically $5–6 million for site-specific, $500,000 for traffic control devices, $500,000 for studies/outreach.
Summary: Funds projects that improve roadway safety in Iowa through construction, traffic control devices, safety studies, and outreach.
Key Information: Only jurisdictions in Iowa (cities, counties, Iowa DOT) are eligible to apply.
Description
The Traffic Safety Improvement Program (TSIP) supports initiatives that enhance roadway safety across Iowa. Administered by the Iowa Department of Transportation, TSIP provides funding for a range of projects including site-specific construction improvements, installation or upgrade of traffic control devices (such as signs and signals), and transportation safety studies or public outreach efforts. The program aims to reduce traffic-related incidents and create safer transportation environments by addressing critical safety needs through targeted investments.
