TRAFFIC ALERT: Westbound Route 171 Down to One Lane Near Carthage for Bridge Repairs July 7-Aug. 20

Where: Westbound Missouri Route 171 bridge over Center Creek west of Carthage

When: ‘Round the clock between July 7 and August 20

What: MoDOT crews repairing bridge expansion joint (bridge component connecting bridge to pavement

Traffic Impacts:

• One westbound lane of Route 171 closed where crews are working. One westbound lane will remain open at all times.
• Lane closed ‘round the clock due to the nature of the repairs
• Open lane reduced to 10 feet width
• Speed limit reduced to 50 mph
• Drivers can expect delays

Weather and/or unforeseen delays will alter the work schedule.

(For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest)

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