/news-rss MO.gov News Feed Sat, 27 Apr 2024 23:05:16 +0000 en-us https://www.modot.org/node/46033 46033 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:10:01 +0000 Upcoming Planned Roadwork for Northeast Missouri, April 29 - May 10 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 16:10 HANNIBAL – The following is a list of general highway maintenance work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northeast Missouri region for the next few weeks. All road closures and planned roadwork may be viewed on the Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map/. Inclement weather may cause schedule changes in some of the planned work. There may also be moving operations throughout the region, in addition to the work mentioned below. MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones. Adair County Route D – May 6 – 7, CLOSED for patching operations from Little Road to Route O between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Audrain County U.S. Route 54/Missouri Route 19 – April 29 – May 2, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from 500 feet east of Route BB roundabout at Scotts Corner to CR 408 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. An 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. U.S. Route 54 – April 30 – May 2, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from the Audrain County line to Missouri Route 15 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily.  An 11-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Missouri Route 151 – May 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 116 to CR 128 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Knox County Route V – April 30 – May 2, CLOSED for bridge maintenance from Route AA to Falcon Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Macon County Route F – April 30 – May 2, LANE RESTRICTION for grading ditches from Desoto Place to 1.5 miles north of Dallas Place/Denver Place between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. Route J – April 29 – May 3, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Alpine Avenue to Anvil Street between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily. Route W – April 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 36 to Lewis Street between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Marion County U.S. Route 61/U.S. Route 24 (Westbound) – April 30, LANE RESTRICTION for brush cutting operations from CR 361 to CR 320 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monroe County Missouri Route 107 – April 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from 1.0 mile north of Missouri Route 154 to Route U between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 151 – May 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 160 to CR 156 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 151 – May 7, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1160 to CR 136 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 151 – May 8, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1191 to Route K between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Missouri Route 151 – May 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 1085 to CR 923 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route HH – May 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from U.S. Route 24 to CR 580 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Montgomery County Old U.S. 40 – April 29, CLOSED for railroad crossing maintenance Jonesburg, 279 feet southwest of Old High Point Road between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. I-70 (Eastbound) – April 29 - 30, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from mile marker 167.6 to mile marker 168.4 between 3:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. daily. Route B – May 6 – 7, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from Missouri Route 19 to Route ZZ between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route F – April 29, CLOSED for railroad crossing maintenance in High Hill, 587 feet north of Old U.S. Route 40 between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Route K – May 6, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Missouri Route 19 to Route P at Dry Fork Creek between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route K – May 7 & 9, CLOSED for core drilling operations from Missouri Route 19 to Route P at Loutre River between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route Y – April 29, CLOSED for railroad crossing maintenance in Jonesburg, 620 feet south of Old U.S. Route 40 between 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Schuyler County Route W – April 29 - 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Wabash Street to Hoot Owl Ridge between 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Scotland County Route D - April 30, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 657 to CR 360 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route D – May 1, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 305 to CR 309 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 2, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 811 to Bethel Cemetery Road between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 3, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Bethel Cemetery Road to CR 819 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 6, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 553 to CR 804 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route BB – May 7, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from CR 804 to CR 851 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route CC – May 6 – 9, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 855 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. Route CC – May 8 - 10, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 855 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Route EE – April 29, CLOSED for culvert replacement operations from Missouri Route 15 to CR 817 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Shelby County Missouri Route 15 – May 6 – 7, LANE RESTRICTION for patching operations from U.S. Route 36 to Route MM between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily. U.S. Route 36 (Eastbound) – May 1, LANE RESTRICTION for clean-up following a recent traffic incident 1,600 feet east of Route PP, between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. U.S. Route 36 (Westbound) – May 3, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from CR 484 to 2.5 miles east of Route T over the North Fork Salt River between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place where crews are actively working. Warren County Missouri Route 47 (Overpass) – May 5 – 7, LANE RESTRICTION for bridge maintenance from 500 feet before and after the bridge over I-70. Work will take place during nighttime hours only from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. beginning Sunday, May 5th at 9:00 p.m. and ending Tuesday, May 7th at 6:00 a.m. Work with us in the work zone!  Please remember to obey all work zone signs and personnel.  With an increased number of highway work zones in Missouri, we urge all drivers to pay attention every second while driving, especially through a work zone.  Be informed of your route by checking the MoDOT Traveler Information Map before you leave to see if you will encounter any work zones. Districts Involved Northeast Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 11:00 https://www.modot.org/node/46032 46032 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:10:01 +0000 Lane and ramp closures for overnight pavement repair work in Jackson County, April 30-May 2 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 16:10 Pavement repair work will take place on the I-49 West Outer Road in Grandview, MO. For more information, contact Brooke Rohlfing at (816) 607-2151 April 26, 2024 – For immediate release: TRAFFIC ALERT - Lane and ramp closures scheduled for overnight pavement repair work in Jackson County, April 30 – May 2 Pavement repair work will take place on the I-49 West Outer Road in Grandview, MO. JACKSON COUNTY – Crews will perform the following pavement repair work on and near (I-49) West Outer Road in Grandview, MO at the dates and times listed below. Tuesday, April 30 – Thursday May 2, daily, from 7 p.m. until 6 a.m. West Outer Road (I-49)/(W. Frontage Rd.) CLOSED from Blue Ridge Blvd. to Harry S. Truman Dr. Access CLOSED to the West Outer Road (I-49)/(W. Frontage Rd.) to 15th St. Access CLOSED from the West Outer Road (I-49)/(W. Frontage Rd.) to the access road (located between 15th Street and Harry S. Truman Dr.) West Outer Road to East Outer Road Loop CLOSED. Ramps at West Outer Road and I-49 CLOSED. This includes the on and off ramps. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636).   Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 11:06 https://www.modot.org/node/46031 46031 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:00:01 +0000 Pedestrian facility improvements underway in Jefferson City Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 16:00 Work to close single lane of Missouri Boulevard for next few weeks JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Work on pedestrian facilities is underway in Jefferson City and will close one lane of Business U.S. 50 (Missouri Boulevard) at various locations for the next several weeks. Construction crews are improving curb ramps, replacing sidewalks, and upgrading signals.  The work on Missouri Boulevard will continue through mid-May. One lane at varying locations will be closed during daytime hours, Monday through Friday. Construction crews started work just west of Stoneridge Parkway and will be progressing east to Dix Road. Additional ADA work will take place at the intersection of Missouri Route 179 and Edgewood Drive.  This work is part of a multi-county project to bring pedestrian facilities in 10 mid-Missouri communities into compliance with the current standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $1,230,276.54 contract to Aplex, Inc. for this work, which is set to be completed by Dec. 1, 2024. Construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) have passed the halfway point with improvements complete in Holts Summit, Fulton, Jamestown, Stover, Latham, and Eldon.  Once crews complete work in Jefferson City, they plan to move to Rolla followed by Steelville and St. James, in a to-be-determined order. Because the work is highly weather-dependent, schedules are subject to change.  MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones.    For more information about MoDOT projects, traffic updates, or other transportation-related matters, please visit our Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/ or call our 24-hour Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636). While at modot.org, sign up for work zone updates sent directly to your inbox. Information is also available 24/7 by connecting with us on social media:  Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram   Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down  ### Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:54 https://www.modot.org/node/46029 46029 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:40:01 +0000 Upcoming closures for Buck O'Neil Bridge work, April 27-May 4 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 15:40 JACKSON AND CLAY COUNTIES – Crews with the Buck O’Neil Bridge project will make the following closures and traffic pattern changes.  Saturday, April 27 Crews will close the ramp from 5th Street to SB I-35 from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Crews will close the ramp from WB I-70 to SB I-35 form 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday, April 29 Crews will close the right lane on NB I-35 at 12th Street from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.   Crews will close the left lane of WB I-70 at Broadway Blvd. to Beardsley Rd. from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Crews will close the left lane of EB I-70 at Beardsley Rd. to Broadway Blvd. from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Thursday, May 2 Crews will close the left lane of EB I-70 at Beardsley Rd. to Broadway Blvd. from 1 a.m. until 7 a.m. Crews will close the ramps from Beardsley Rd. and 5th Street to WB I-70 from 1 a.m. until 7 a.m. Friday, May 3-Saturday, May 4 Crews will close NB I-35 at I-670 from 7 p.m. on Friday, May 3 until 5 a.m. on Saturday, May 4 Crews will close the ramp from 12th Street to NB I-35 from 7 p.m. on Friday, May 3 until 5 a.m. on Saturday, May 4 * Please note the ramps the following ramps will have intermittent closures through April 2024. Ramp from Beardsley Rd. to WB I-70 Ramp from 5th Street to WB I-70 Ramp from Beardsley Rd to 6th Street RAMP CLOSURE: NOW through May 31 The ramp from eastbound I-70 to southbound I-35 will be closed for repair and rehabilitation as part of the Buck O'Neil Bridge project. The current Buck O’Neil Memorial Bridge is a triple arch bridge carrying U.S. Route 169 over the Missouri River and serves as a key regional connection between downtown Kansas City and communities north of the river. While safe, the bridge is nearing the end of its projected service life.  #BuckBridge Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:35 https://www.modot.org/node/46028 46028 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:40:01 +0000 Upcoming closures for Buck O'Neil Bridge work, April 27-May 4 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 15:40 JACKSON AND CLAY COUNTIES – Crews with the Buck O’Neil Bridge project will make the following closures and traffic pattern changes.  Saturday, April 27 Crews will close the ramp from 5th Street to SB I-35 from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Crews will close the ramp from WB I-70 to SB I-35 from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday, April 29 Crews will close the right lane on NB I-35 at 12th Street from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.   Crews will close the left lane of WB I-70 at Broadway Blvd. to Beardsley Rd. from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Crews will close the left lane of EB I-70 at Beardsley Rd. to Broadway Blvd. from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Thursday, May 2 Crews will close the left lane of EB I-70 at Beardsley Rd. to Broadway Blvd. from 1 a.m. until 7 a.m. Crews will close the ramps from Beardsley Rd. and 5th Street to WB I-70 from 1 a.m. until 7 a.m. Friday, May 3-Saturday, May 4 Crews will close NB I-35 at I-670 from 7 p.m. on Friday, May 3 until 5 a.m. on Saturday, May 4 Crews will close the ramp from 12th Street to NB I-35 from 7 p.m. on Friday, May 3 until 5 a.m. on Saturday, May 4 * Please note the ramps the following ramps will have intermittent closures through April 2024. Ramp from Beardsley Rd. to WB I-70 Ramp from 5th Street to WB I-70 Ramp from Beardsley Rd to 6th Street RAMP CLOSURE: NOW through May 31 The ramp from eastbound I-70 to southbound I-35 will be closed for repair and rehabilitation as part of the Buck O'Neil Bridge project. The current Buck O’Neil Memorial Bridge is a triple arch bridge carrying U.S. Route 169 over the Missouri River and serves as a key regional connection between downtown Kansas City and communities north of the river. While safe, the bridge is nearing the end of its projected service life.  #BuckBridge Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:38 https://www.modot.org/node/46027 46027 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:30:01 +0000 Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission Welcomes New Member Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 15:30 JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission congratulates Ann Marie Baker of Springfield on her recent appointment by Gov. Mike Parson as commissioner. Baker was sworn into the position Friday following the Senate’s confirmation of her appointment. “We are excited to welcome Ms. Baker’s experience and knowledge to this esteemed commission, and we look forward to the important work ahead with her engaged,” said Commission Chairman W. Dustin Boatwright. Baker replaces Terry Ecker of Elmo, who had served the MHTC since 2017 and held both chairman and vice chairman positions throughout his tenure. “We thank Mr. Ecker for his important service on behalf of all Missourians,” said Boatwright. “We can’t say enough about his leadership throughout his tenure. We’ve experienced tremendous progress funding transportation in Missouri – progress directly returned to infrastructure needs across the state. Mr. Ecker took his role on the commission seriously and focused tireless efforts keeping infrastructure in good condition, from our interstates to our lowest volume roads.” Baker currently serves as executive vice president of UMB bank in Springfield. She is a member of the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce as well as a past president and current board member of Junior League of Springfield. She holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration with an emphasis in finance and banking from the University of Missouri-Columbia. To learn more about the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission, visit modot.org/mhtc. ####   For more information, call MoDOT at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or visit www.modot.org. To receive the latest statewide news and text alerts, signup for e-updates.   Follow MoDOT: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Instagram | YouTube Districts Involved Statewide Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:26 https://www.modot.org/node/46026 46026 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:30:01 +0000 Kansas City area maintenance work for April 29-May 3 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 15:30 LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from April 29-May 3. All work is weather permitting. CLAY COUNTY Route H between Route EE and Stockdale Rd.: full closure on Tue., April 29, from approximately 8 am until 4 pm, for culvert replacement work. JACKSON COUNTY Missouri Highway 150 in Greenwood: flagging operation from Mon., April 29 through Fri., May 3, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm, for pavement repair work. Interstate 435 SB at 63rd St.: left lane closed from Mon., April 29 until Wed., May 1, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm daily, for drainage work. Interstate 70 WB on the Lewis and Clark Viaduct Bridge west of downtown Kansas City: right lane closed on Thu., May 2, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm for bridge joint repair work. JOHNSON COUNTY Missouri Route 13 at Missouri Highway 2: lane closures on Wed., May 1, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm for signal repair work. LAFAYETTE COUNTY Route T at east and west Eastwood Ave.: flagging operation on Mon., April 29, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm for drainage work. Route T at Haygood Rd.: flagging operation on Tue., April 30, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm, for culvert replacement work. Haygood Rd. will be closed at this location. Route Y at I-70 near Emma: flagging operations on Y highway and the I-70 ramps from Wed., May 1 until Thu., May 2, from approximately 7 am until 4 pm, for pavement repair work. PETTIS COUNTY U.S. Highway 50 EB bridge over Muddy Creek west of Sedalia: left lane closed from approximately 7 am on Mon., April 29 until approximately 4 pm on Tue., April 30, for bridge repair. U.S. 50 EB bridge over Muddy Creek west of Sedalia: right lane closed from approximately 7 am on Wed., May 1 until approximately 4 pm on Fri., May 3, for bridge repair. PLATTE COUNTY Route Z: various closures for culvert replacement work. See details at: Scheduled closures on Platte County Route Z for culvert replacement work, April 22-May 1 | Missouri Department of Transportation (modot.org) RAY COUNTY Route C: full closure for culvert replacement work: Mon., April 29, from approximately 8 am until 4 pm, between W 156th Rd. and Route U Wed., May 1, from approximately 8 am until 4 pm, between W 156th Rd. and W 164th Rd.   Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for work zone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:29 https://www.modot.org/node/46025 46025 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:10:01 +0000 UPDATED: Scheduled ramp and lane closure for EB I-70 and Charlotte/14th Street, NOW-May 15 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 15:10 Crews will CLOSE the left lane on EB I-70 over Troost and ramp from EB I-70 to Charlotte/14th St.  JACKSON COUNTY – Crews will perform bridge deck repairs on EB I-70 over Troost in the southeast corner of the downtown loop. This is a continuation of the bridge deck repairs on EB I-70 over Troost. Crews recently completed work in the right lane on EB I-70 over Troost in mid-April.   UPDATED: The following closures will take place from NOW to approximately May 15 Crews will CLOSE the ramp from Charlotte/14th Street to EB I-70. EB I-70 will be reduced to one lane over Troost. The left lane will be closed.   This will be a complete closure of the ramp. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and be vigilant of work in the area. All work is weather permitting. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on Twitter, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:06 https://www.modot.org/node/46024 46024 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:40:01 +0000 UPDATED lane and ramp closures for bridge joint maintenance at SB I-435 and Front Street, NOW-May 12 Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 14:40 Crews will close two lanes on SB I-435 near Front St., April 27-28. Phase II work begins April 29.   JACKSON COUNTY – Crews will complete phase one and begin phase two of lane and ramp closures on SB I-435 at Front Street for bridge joint maintenance on (approximately) April 29. This project will be completed by (approximately) May 12. *Please note the following additions to Phase I work below for April 27-28. UPDATED - Phase I – NOW - Sunday, April 28 Crews will close the right lane of I-435 SB over Front Street. Motorists will be able to use the front street ramp to access I-435 SB, and the left two lanes of I-435 across the bridge. NEW: Crews will close two lanes on SB I-435 over bridge over Gardner Rd. (near Front St.) and over the CPKC Railway from approximately 5 a.m. on Saturday, April 27 until approximately 9 a.m. on Sunday, April 28 Ramp from Front St to SB I-435 to remain OPEN during this work. Phase II BEGINS Monday, April 29 – Sunday, May 12 (approximately) Crews will close one lane on SB I-435 over Front Street. The ramp from Front Street to SB I-435 will be CLOSED, motorists will notice a traffic shift when crossing over the railroad. (April 29th to May 12th) * Detour from Front Street: I-435 NB to MO Route 210, turn around and head south on SB I-435. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and be vigilant of work in the area. All work is weather permitting. Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway. For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on Twitter, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). Districts Involved Kansas City Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 09:30 https://www.modot.org/node/46023 46023 at https://www.modot.org Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:30:01 +0000 Planned Road Work for Mid-Missouri Visitor (not verified) Fri, 04/26/2024 - 14:30 April 29 - May 5, 2024 JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work planned in the mid-Missouri area April 29 - May 5, 2024. Weather conditions may postpone scheduled work. Many projects will include lane closures which could cause delays.    All Counties  Moving operations such as brush cutting and pavement repair continue in various locations. Motorists should travel with care and be alert for slow-moving equipment.      Boone County  Sontag Drive – Culvert replacement planned April 29 - 30. All lanes will be CLOSED in various locations between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Motorists will need to seek an alternative route.  Missouri Route 740 – Shoulder work planned May 1 at Ash Street. One lane will be closed.  Route 740 – Shoulder work planned May 2 at Route TT. One lane will be closed.   Missouri Route 763 – Utility work planned April 29 - May 2 at Route 740. One lane will be closed between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. Work is being done by Emerysapp under a MoDOT-issued permit.    Missouri Route 163 – Utility work planned April 29 - May 3 at Tom Bass Road. One lane will be closed between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Work is being done by Missouri Department of Conservation under a MoDOT-issued permit.    Missouri Route 124 – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continue in the city of Harrisburg. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.    Route J – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continue in the city of Harrisburg. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.    Route FF – Resurfacing project from Route Z to the city limits of Mexico (Audrain County). One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled to continue through the end of April 2024.      Route 163 – Pavement repairs to begin April 30 starting at Route K and progressing north to Interstate 70. One lane will be closed between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. The project is scheduled for completion in August 2024.  I-70 – Bridge construction continues for the new Rocheport Bridge near mile marker 115. The project is scheduled for completion in December 2024.        Callaway County  Route OO – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continue in the city of Holts Summit. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.    Eastbound U.S. Route 54 – Widening continues on eastbound U.S. Route 54 from the Missouri River Bridge to the U.S. Route 63 interchange. Work is on the shoulder behind a temporary barrier. A 10-foot width restriction is in place. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Missouri Route 94 – Shoulder work continues from the U.S. Route 54 interchange to Wehmeyer Drive. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Route H – Bridge rehabilitation continues. One lane will remain open and temporary traffic signals will guide motorists through the work zone. A 17-foot width restriction is in place. The project is scheduled for completion in July 2024.  Camden County  Routes O and EE – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Cole County  U.S. Route 50 – Bridge maintenance planned May 1 at the Monroe River bridge eastbound. One lane will remain open in each direction.    Route 50 – Bridge maintenance planned May 2 at the Monroe River bridge westbound. One lane will remain open in each direction.   Route C – Bridge maintenance planned April 29 – May 3 at North Monroe River bridge. One lane will remain open in each direction.   Business 50 (Missouri Boulevard) – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continues in the city of Jefferson. One lane will remain open in each direction. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.    Missouri Route 179 – Upgrades to pedestrian facilities continues in the city of Jefferson. One lane will remain open in each direction. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.     Cooper County  Route N – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 1 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  I-70 – Bridge construction continues for the new Rocheport Bridge near mile marker 115. The project is scheduled for completion in December 2024.          Crawford County  Missouri Route 19 – Pavement repair continues April 29 – May 2 from Winn Road to the city limits of Cuba. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route 19 – Shoulder work continues April 29 – May 2 from Grand Road to McCormick Road. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route 8 – Shoulder work continues April 29 – May 2 from Butts Road to Route Y. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route M – Shoulder work continues April 29 - May 2 from Route 8 to Route YY. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route VV – Shoulder work continues April 29 - May 2 from Route M to Route 19. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  I-44 – Pavement repair continues from just west of Cuba to the Franklin County line. One lane will remain open. The project, which includes resurfacing, is scheduled for completion in July 2024.  Dent County      Routes K and CC – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 for the entire routes. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.    Gasconade County  Route U – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Routes T and V – Road resurfacing to begin April 30. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Route EE – Road resurfacing continues from Missouri Route 28 in Owensville to Route F. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in mid-May 2024.  Missouri Route 28 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 50 in the city of Rosebud to Route EE in Owensville. One lane will remain open, and flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Work will be conducted at night from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Route 28 – Road resurfacing continues from Route EE in Owensville to U.S. Route 63 (Maries County). One lane will remain open, and flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Work will be conducted during the day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Howard County   Route E – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 from Missouri Route 87 to County Road 220. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route AA – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 from Route 87 to Route E. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  U.S. Route 40 – Bridge maintenance to begin April 22 at the Salt Creek Bridge. One lane will remain open, and temporary signals will be placed. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.      Laclede County  Route A – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 1 from Route W to Missouri Route 32. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route O – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 from Route AD to Route Z. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route YY – Pavement repair planned May 2 from Hemlock Road to Missouri Route 5. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  I-44 – Bridge maintenance continues eastbound at the Gasconade River Bridge near mile marker 143. The majority of work is taking place under the bridge with little impact to traffic. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.  Routes F and BB – Culvert pipe extension continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.            Maries County   Route 28 – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route 28 – Roadside work planned April 29 - May 2 in various areas. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   Routes E, U, and AA – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2 for the entire route. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone.  Route FF – Culvert repair planned April 29 - May 2. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   Route 28 – Road resurfacing continues from Route EE in Owensville (Gasconade County) to U.S. Route 63. One lane will remain open, and flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Work will be conducted during the day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Route BB – Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.   Route 133 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 63 (Osage County) to Missouri Route 17 (Pulaski County). One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Route C – Bridge deck replacement continues at the Peavine Creek Bridge. The road is CLOSED to all traffic.  Motorists need to use an alternate route. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.       Miller County  Routes A and HH – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.  Route BB – Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open in each direction, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.     Osage County       U.S. Route 50 – Roadside work planned April 29 - May 2 from Hickory Street to Missouri Route 89. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   Old Route 50 – Road resurfacing continues from the North Outer Road to Route A. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.  Route 28 – Road resurfacing continues from Route EE in Owensville (Gasconade County) to U.S. Route 63 (Maries County). One lane will remain open, and flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. Work will be conducted during the day from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Route A – Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.   Route 133 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 63 to Route 17 (Pulaski County). One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Route EE – Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   Routes E and U – Roadside work continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.  Route Z – Road resurfacing continues. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones. The project is scheduled for completion in June 2024.     Phelps County       Routes T and P – Roadside work planned April 29 - May 2. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.    Routes HH and NN – Pavement repair planned April 29 - May 2. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   I-44 – Road resurfacing and reconstruction continues from Exit 186 in Rolla to Exit 195 in St. James. Expect around-the-clock lane closures from U.S. Route 63 to Missouri Route 68. An 11-foot width restriction is in place. The project is scheduled for completion in late fall 2024.           Pulaski County   I-44 – Bridge rehabilitation continues at the Roubidoux Creek Bridge near mile marker 158.4 and the Big Piney River Bridge near mile marker 165.8. The project is scheduled for completion in April 2024.  Route 133 – Road resurfacing continues from U.S. Route 63 (Osage County) to Route 17. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zone. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.  Washington County  Missouri Route 21 – Pavement repairs planned April 29 - May 2 from Missouri Route 8 to Missouri Route 32 in the city of Caledonia. One lane will remain open, and crews will flag traffic through the work zones.   Route A – Bridge replacement continues at the Cyclone Hollow Bridge. The road is CLOSED to all traffic and motorists will need to use an alternate route. The project is scheduled for completion in May 2024.   MoDOT reminds motorists to buckle up, slow down, follow posted signs, and drive safely through work areas. For more information about a project, please contact MoDOT at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map at http://traveler.modot.org/map. You can also follow MoDOT’s Central Missouri District on Twitter and Facebook at https://twitter.com/MoDOT_Central and MoDOT Central Missouri District.        ###   Districts Involved Central Published On Fri, 04/26/2024 - 09:23 https://governor.mo.gov/press-releases/archive/governor-parson-extends-drought-alert-missouri 12226 at https://governor.mo.gov Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:02:54 +0000 Governor Parson Extends Drought Alert in Missouri Dakota.Julian Fri, 04/26/2024 - 14:02 April 26, 2024 Jefferson City Today, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 24-05, extending Missouri’s drought alert to September 1, 2024. The action directs continued coordination of resources and combined response efforts across state government until conditions improve in drought-impacted areas. “Issuing a drought alert last spring was quite unprecedented, and unfortunately, the reality is we’re facing conditions worse now than a year ago,” Governor Parson said. “We welcome what rain Missouri has received in recent weeks, but this drought alert will continue so long as Missouri’s farmers and ranchers are struggling from the effects of prolonged dryness and concerns persist over commercial navigation along our riverways.” Lack of precipitation and below normal streamflow over the past year have kept Missouri under a drought alert continuously since May 31, 2023. Prior to that, a drought alert was active from July 2022 to March 2023.In accordance with the Missouri Drought Mitigation and Response Plan, today’s executive order will continue the drought alert in Missouri counties with areas experiencing moderate or greater drought conditions. It will also extend to any other county that begins experiencing drought conditions consistent with the drought plan’s phases and triggers table.The Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ Drought Assessment Committee coordinates a combined state and federal response to the drought. At its April 17 meeting, the committee recommended the drought alert’s extension after hearing expert testimony that conditions within the state haven’t significantly improved due to unseasonably warm weather and continued dry conditions. Low streamflow within Missouri and a lack of plains and mountain snowpack were also cited as points of concern warranting the committee to continue its work into summer.To date this year, Missouri has experienced fairly typical precipitation based on historical trends. However, groundwater, streamflow, and precipitation levels are not where they need to be to lift the state out of drought conditions, given the multi-year drought Missouri and other states to our northwest whose snow pack melts feed the Missouri and Mississippi rivers have experienced. As of April 25, 11 Missouri counties are experiencing severe drought, 71 counties are experiencing moderate drought, and 86 counties are experiencing abnormally dry conditions.Over the past year, the Drought Assessment Committee has overseen and helped coordinate multiple actions to mitigate the drought that will continue under this Executive Order: Bringing together subject matter experts across public and private agencies to collect information and promote collaboration to find solutions to drought-related issues.Emergency water pumping and haying opportunities have been made available to farmers on public lands, including select state parks and conservation areas. Variances have been approved by the Soil and Water Districts Commission from its regular grazing school requirements, pond cleanout practices, and cover crop and livestock exclusion practices. Money has also been allocated to each Soil and Water Conservation District to help with soil and water resiliency. The Department of Natural Resources is monitoring drinking water reservoir systems to ensure drinking water capacity remains unaffected. The Department of Transportation continues to offer permits for over-width loads to allow hay to be transported.The Missouri Hydrology Information Center partnership is also working to expand the soil moisture and stream gauge networks to provide a more accurate account of water resources across Missouri.The Soil and Water Conservation Commission have obligated over $3.6M to landowners and cooperators in communities to help mitigate the effects of drought.The University of Missouri and Missouri Department of Agriculture have both developed hay directories to help farmers and ranchers locate hay. Local condition reports are crucial to understanding drought impacts to provide timely and appropriate assistance. The public can submit information about local drought conditions at Condition Monitoring Observer Reports (CMOR).In addition, a variety of helpful resources are online at www.dnr.mo.gov/drought. The Department of Natural Resources is adding information on drought mitigation and assistance opportunities as it becomes available. The one-stop drought website features links to CMOR, current drought-related news, the current United States and Missouri drought monitor maps, the Missouri Drought Mitigation and Response Plan, and other resources, including information on previous droughts.The Missouri Department of Conservation also warns of the increased risk for wildfires that drought conditions can cause. For more information on how best to prevent wildfires, visit MDC's wildfire prevention website: www.mdc.mo.gov/your-property/fire-management/wildfire-prevention.To view Executive Order 24-05, click here.  https://labor.mo.gov/news/press-releases/missouri-department-labor-remembers-fallen-workers-state-capitol-ceremony 32056 at https://labor.mo.gov Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:05:37 +0000 Missouri Department of Labor Remembers Fallen Workers at State Capitol Ceremony nomland Fri, 04/26/2024 - 10:05 April 26, 2024 Jefferson City, MO - The Missouri Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DOLIR) held its annual Workers’ Memorial Day ceremony on Friday, April 26, at the Missouri State Capitol. The solemn event honors Missouri workers who lost their lives due to work-related injuries or illnesses in 2023.“Workers’ Memorial Day is a day to remember the sacrifices made by Missourians who dedicated their lives to the workforce,” said Missouri Department of Labor Director Anna Hui. “This ceremony allows us to honor their memory and renew our unwavering commitment to ensuring safe and healthy workplaces for all Missourians.”The ceremony featured remarks from Director Hui, Department of Public Safety Director Sandy Karsten and other distinguished guests. The Boone County Fire District Pipes & Drums perform during the event, including a rendition of “Amazing Grace.” Caroline Coulter, General Counsel of the Office of Administration, performed vocals during the event with accompaniment by Randy Wright of Governor Parson’s office.“My hope is that this memorial goes beyond being a tribute to those who lost their lives as they labored at their jobs,” Director Karsten said. “Let it remind the public of the risks civil servants and others face as they patrol our streets, respond to fires, emergencies and service calls, build and repair highways and infrastructure, and contribute to our economy in many other worthy pursuits. And may it also motivate all of us to change behaviors that put any worker at risk.”  Family members of fallen workers were invited to attend and were presented with a proclamation signed by Governor Mike Parson, a United States flag, and a flowering dogwood tree seedling courtesy of the Missouri Department of Conservation.“Our Division of Workers’ Compensation and Division of Labor Standards encourages all Missourians to join us in honoring these fallen workers,” said Director Hui. “Their absence leaves a void, but their memory serves as a constant reminder of the importance of workplace safety.”### Communications Staff Department of Labor and Industrial Relations573-751-4091communications2@labor.mo.gov https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/montauk-state-park-celebrates-old-mill-days-may-10-11 256476 at https://dnr.mo.gov Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:45:32 +0000 Montauk State Park celebrates Old Mill Days May 10-11 Karen Kremer Thu, 04/25/2024 - 15:45 Release Date Thursday, April 25, 2024 JEFFERSON CITY, MO, APRIL 26, 2024 – Join Montauk State Park team members from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11 for Old Mill Days 2024. The day will be spent celebrating early 20th century life in the Ozarks, when the old mill was in its prime.The mill will be open all day with free tours upon request. Guests are invited to see how people lived when the mill was in its prime. Both days will feature historical skills demonstrations, living history performances, live music, crafts, games and food. There will also be an arts and crafts fair with local vendors offering up some of the finest homemade goods and services available. All activities, except for the tours, will take place in the day-use area by the mill.  Guests are encouraged to stop by, learn a new skill, immerse themselves in local history and support small businesses. Don’t miss this fun, educational and free event!Montauk State Park is located at 345 State Road 6670 in Salem. For more information about the event, call 573-548-2201.For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Contact Information Communications Office Address Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, MO 65102 United States Main 573-751-1010 Toll-free 800-361-4827 Email communications@dnr.mo.gov https://dnr.mo.gov/communications/news/department-natural-resources-awards-201-million-financial-assistance-higginsville 256461 at https://dnr.mo.gov Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:00:29 +0000 Department of Natural Resources awards $20.1 million in financial assistance to Higginsville Karen Kremer Thu, 04/25/2024 - 15:00 Release Date Thursday, April 25, 2024 City will construct a new wastewater treatment systemJEFFERSON CITY, MO, April 26, 2024 – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has awarded $20.1 million in financial assistance to the city of Higginsville for the construction of a new wastewater treatment facility. The project is estimated to total $20.9 million and is expected to be completed by November 2025.The new wastewater treatment facility will increase the city’s current wastewater treatment capacity and provide additional capacity for accepting wastewater from the other city-owned treatment facilities. This regionalized treatment strategy will be the focus of the project’s next phase.Project funding consists of a $16.6 million loan, a $3.5 million grant through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant from the Missouri Department of Economic Development. The department’s funding is estimated to save the city’s ratepayers $3.5 million in principal and nearly $8.2 million in interest over the loan’s 29-year term.“Thriving communities make a thriving state, and every community must have effective water infrastructure to remain strong and vibrant,” said Missouri Governor Mike Parson. “This funding helps communities like Higginsville improve outdated wastewater systems to better serve Missourians every day.”“Grants and low-interest loans through the State Revolving Fund help Missouri communities fund treatment system improvements that they might not have been able to undertake otherwise,” said Dru Buntin, director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. “Projects like this help protect public health and the environment, which improves the quality of life for Missourians.”The Clean Water State Revolving Fund finances wastewater treatment facility improvement, sewer collection system rehabilitation and combined sewer overflow corrections. It also provides financing for treatment facility security, efficiency and conservation measures. Communities that borrow from the fund benefit from the below-market interest rate and from expert assistance provided by a department project manager.The department is committed to assisting Missouri communities with water and wastewater infrastructure improvement projects. Through its Financial Assistance Center, the department provides funding opportunities for qualified communities with water quality, wastewater and drinking water infrastructure needs. This project will be funded wholly or in part with monies received from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.For more information on wastewater and drinking water funding opportunities, visit dnr.mo.gov/water/business-industry-other-entities/financial-opportunities/financial-assistance-center. Contact Information Communications Office Address Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 176 Jefferson City, MO 65102 United States Main 573-751-1010 Toll-free 800-361-4827 Email communications@dnr.mo.gov https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/news/1961 https://newsroom.house.mo.gov/?p=1961 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:59:52 +0000 House Democrats spoke to the media and took questions after the chamber ended its work for the week: