Route 53 in Butler County Now Open

Future Closure Is Possible

Route 53 in Butler County between Poplar Bluff and Qulin will open at 11 a.m. today (5/4). The closure due to flooding previously extended from Route UU to Route 51.

However, projections indicate that river levels will rise. MoDOT will continue to monitor the roadway. Please note that a future closure may be necessary.

For more information, please contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit the Traveler Information Map at: http://traveler.modot.org/map/?district=SOUTHEAST.

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