ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Heavy traffic on south U.S. Route 169 in St. Joseph, especially under Interstate 29, has taken its toll on the road’s surface. To provide a smoother ride for all travelers, asphalt repairs are planned from just west of I-29 to just east of the Leonard Road intersection on the east side of I-29.
Contractors from Herzog Contracting Corporation, working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, plan to work at night between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. to minimize the impact to traffic. They will close the off ramps at the interchange from the interstate to U.S. Route 169. One lane for through traffic on U.S. Route 169 will remain open in each direction throughout the duration of the project, though some turns may not be permitted. Motorists are advised to follow all signs and flaggers, and to use caution in the area.
The project is slated to begin Monday evening, July 31 and should be completed by 6 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 1. Schedules are subject to change. MoDOT encourages all motorists to slow down, buckle up, eliminate distractions and drive safely to ensure everyone is able to Arrive Alive.
For more information about this and other MoDOT projects, call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636
) or visit www.modot.org/northwest and view the online Traveler Information Map. In addition, MoDOT provides updated information on Twitter @MoDOTNorthwest and Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOTNWDistrict.
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