Jasper/Newton Counties – Drivers can expect nighttime lane closings and occasional traffic delays when a project to resurface Interstate 44 in Jasper and Newton counties begins the week of March 4, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
I-44 will receive a new asphalt driving surface and new guardrail in areas between Range Line Road (Loop 44) in Joplin and a point east of Missouri Route 37 in Sarcoxie.
Crews will work at night between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. At least one lane of traffic will remain open in each direction at all times. All lanes of traffic will be open during daytime hours. Drivers also can expect occasional nighttime ramp closings during guardrail work.
Signs and message boards will alert drivers to the work zone. Drivers can expect bright lights, workers and equipment close to traffic where crews are set up to work. Drivers are urged to slow down and use caution.
Weather and/or scheduling delays will alter the work schedule.
Project Background
- Prime Contractor: APAC-Central Inc., Fayetteville, Ark.
- Completion Date: September 30, 2019
- Construction Cost: $8.8 million
(For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest)
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