JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Flooding has closed U.S. Route 50 at Mt. Sterling. Cross-state travelers should use Interstate 70 as an alternate route.
In addition, Route 63 south of Vienna remains closed, as are all lanes of Interstate 44 in each direction at Hazelgreen in Laclede County (mile marker 144) and Jerome in Phelps County (mile marker 172).
Drivers are encouraged to check the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Traveler Information Map, located at www.modot.org, or call the department’s toll free number, 1-888-ASK-MODOT, to get updated information on road conditions.
Motorists should take extra care in their travels during this time and never attempt to get around roadway barricades or drive across flooded roadways. MoDOT also recommends allowing extra travel time if detours are necessary.
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