SAVANNAH, Mo. –Andrew County U.S. Route 59 from Route CC to U.S. Route 71 is now open. Crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation closed the roadway Monday, June 8, after hot temperatures caused a pavement blow up. Repairs were delayed by inclement weather, but crews were able to reopen the road to all traffic this morning, Friday, June 12.
A pavement blow-up occurs when the roadway surface expands at a crack or joint where moisture has seeped in. The crack weakens the pavement and the heat causes the pavement to buckle and warp.
With high temperatures predicted again next week, more pavement blow ups could occur. Drivers are urged to stay alert and pay attention to all roadway signing and barricades. For your own safety, and the safety of road workers, never drive around barricades.
Please remember that all roads are NO PHONE zones. Buckle up. Phone down. Arrive Alive.
For more information about this and other MoDOT projects, visit modot.org and view the online Traveler Information Map. While at modot.org, sign up online for work zone updates. Information is also available 24/7 at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) or via social media.
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