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Transportation Highways: Emmetsburg is located at the intersection of Highways 4 and 18 in northwest Iowa. (In Emmetsburg, it is the intersection of Broadway and Main Streets.) Highway 4 is a major north-south highway, while Highway 18 is a major east-west highway. In addition, Palo Alto County has a plentiful supply of black-top and concrete county roads at frequent intervals. Airport: The Emmetsburg Municipal Airport (EGQ) is located on the west side of Emmetsburg. It is a small airport for use of small planes. It can be reached by calling 712-852-3810. Ft. Dodge Regional (FOD) Airport (52 miles) and Mason City Municipal (MCW) airport (95 miles) are the area airports with carrier planes. Railroad: Emmetsburg is fortunate to have two railroads that criss-cross through Palo Alto County, providing flexibility on shipping destinations. They are The Union Pacific Railroad (1-800-870-8777) out of Omaha, NE and the Iowa, Chicago & Eastern Railroad (563-873-3483) of Marquette, IA. Poet Biorefining and AGP, two of our major commodities-based businesses, elevators, and value-added agricultural businesses are served by these rail lines. In addition, RIDES, (Regional Transit Authority Taxi Services) is available for rides by individuals and small groups by calling 1-800-358-5037. Jensvold Motor Company in Emmetsburg provides an Auto Rental Service. Call 712-852-2544. |
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