UPDATE: Mid-Missouri motorists are facing significant travel disruptions as roadwork impacts several counties from December 1-7. The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) confirms that drivers should prepare for lane closures, delays, and altered traffic patterns due to extensive construction activities.
Key project highlights include culvert replacements, bridge rehabilitations, and upgrades to pedestrian facilities. Notably, Boone County’s Route 124 and Callaway County’s Routes E and J will experience single-lane, flagger-controlled traffic. Commuters in Columbia should also note that improvements on Route TT are ongoing, aimed for completion by the end of November.
In addition to these immediate disruptions, I-70 commuters should prepare for long-term impacts as the “Improve I-70 Program” continues through 2027. The construction is expected to cause enduring traffic complications.
Starting December 1, U.S. Route 50 in Cole County will see significant changes, including pedestrian facility upgrades that might result in right-turn lane closures from Broadway, Jefferson, and Monroe streets between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Motorists are urged to exercise caution in these work zones.
Furthermore, U.S. Route 63 will have a reroute at the Route AC (Grindstone Parkway) interchange, with Lenoir Street closed. This construction is projected to be completed by early December 2025. Residents in Laclede, Maries, and Morgan counties should also expect daily lane restrictions due to maintenance and culvert replacements, leading to single-lane travel and delays.
This urgent roadwork announcement affects daily commuters, local businesses, and emergency services. Authorities emphasize the importance of adhering to posted signs and remaining vigilant in work zones to ensure safety for both workers and drivers.
Stay tuned for further updates as these projects progress. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternative routes and allow extra travel time during this critical period.
