U.S. 61 Intersection Improvements at Donna Drive in Jackson, MO

The project includes upgrading the traffic signal infrastructure at the U.S. 61 and Donna Drive intersection, addressing two closely spaced intersections, and providing a pedestrian crossing on U.S. 61. This will be accomplished by:

•  Widening U.S. 61 with eastbound and westbound right turn lanes at Donna Drive
• Replacing the Donna Drive span wire signals with mast arm mounted signals
• Replacing lighting, signing and pavement markings
• Converting the southern Kimbel Lane approach to a Right In/Right Out intersection
• Providing a north-south pedestrian crossing

Ultimately, the improvements will separate slowing and turning traffic from U.S. 61 main lane traffic, provide dedicated turn lanes and a pedestrian connection, update aging traffic signals, and simplify traffic movements along this stretch of U.S. 61.

Upcoming Public Meeting

MoDOT will hold a public meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 to discuss improving U.S. Route 61 from Donna Drive to Kimbel Lane in Jackson, Missouri. The meeting will be held at Riverside Regional Library, located at 1997 East Jackson Blvd. in Jackson.