URGENT UPDATE: Mid-Missouri motorists should brace for significant travel disruptions from December 1-7 due to extensive roadwork affecting multiple counties. The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has confirmed that this crucial construction includes culvert replacements, bridge rehabilitations, and pedestrian facility upgrades, leading to lane closures and potential delays.
Drivers are urged to exercise heightened caution around work zones, especially on Boone County’s Route 124 and Callaway County’s Routes E and J, where single-lane, flagger-controlled traffic will be in effect. Additionally, ongoing improvements on Columbia’s Route TT are set to continue through November, contributing to potential delays.
Motorists using I-70 should anticipate long-term impacts from the “Improve I-70 Program,” which is projected to last until 2027. In Cole County, travelers on U.S. Route 50 will encounter pedestrian facility upgrades resulting in right-turn lane closures from Broadway, Jefferson, and Monroe streets between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Furthermore, significant rerouting will occur on U.S. Route 63 at the Route AC (Grindstone Parkway) interchange, with Lenoir Street remaining closed. This construction is expected to continue until early December 2025, complicating travel for residents and visitors alike.
The roadwork also extends to Laclede, Maries, and Morgan counties, where daily lane restrictions for maintenance and culvert replacements will be in place. Single-lane travel and delays are anticipated in these regions, as reported by MoDOT.
As these developments unfold, Mid-Missouri drivers are strongly advised to plan ahead and seek alternative routes to avoid the most congested areas. Stay tuned for updates as the situation continues to evolve.
This is a critical time for the community, with the potential for significant delays impacting daily commutes and local businesses. Share this information widely to help keep fellow motorists informed and safe on the road.
