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Heard on: Marion County Public Safety · 1/14/2026 08:02 PM
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At 10-8[1] and 343, we received a report of what appeared to be an open manhole at Main Street and Lincoln.
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I know the city was doing work over on Lincoln Street.
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Open manhole prompts road safety response near Main St

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As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer responded to Main Street and Lincoln in Pella, Iowa, after a report of a possible open manhole with exposed cable and no safety barriers. The situation appeared to be a roadway hazard in an area where prior city work was noted, and cones were planned to secure the spot.

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Lincoln St & Main St, Pella, IA 50219
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