Where: Glenstone Avenue ramp to eastbound Route 60 (ramp located on east side of Glenstone/Route 60 interchange near Nature Center Way) in southeast Springfield CLOSED
When: 3 p.m. TODAY (Wednesday, August 26) until 8 p.m. Friday, August 28
What: Contractor crews cleaning and sealing bridge deck/driving surfaces on U.S. 60 bridges at the railroad tracks west of Route 65. Lane closings on Route 60 will require interchange ramp closings for safety reasons.
Traffic Impacts:
- Glenstone Avenue ramp to eastbound Route 60 CLOSED. Drivers must use the on ramp at Harvard Avenue to reach eastbound Route 60.
- ‘Round the clock ramp closure where bridge is being sealed. It will be necessary to leave the flyover ramp closed for an extended period to allow sealing material to cure properly.
- DELAYS CAN BE EXPECTED WHERE LANES ARE CLOSED. DRIVERS ARE URGED TO FIND ALTERNATE ROUTES.
- Electronic message boards located near the planned road work will alert drivers to any changes in the work schedule
- Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
Details: The work is a preventative maintenance measure aimed at extending the life of the bridge.
(Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule)
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