INDEPENDENCE – The Missouri Department of Transportation will begin work on the five mile stretch of U.S. 24 between Route 291 and MO Highway 7 on Friday, May 5, and is anticipated to be finished by December. The project includes new pavement, guardrail work, and signal improvements. The work will be primarily during the day but some night time work is expected. Increased law enforcement will be present during the night time work hours. All work is weather permitting.
Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway.
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