HANNIBAL – Weather permitting, a temporary closure of northbound U.S. Route 61 in Hannibal is scheduled beginning tonight, Wednesday, May 26, at 11:00 p.m. extending through the early morning hours of Thursday, May 27 until 4:00 a.m. in order to complete the deck pour for the passing lane on the bridge over BNSF Railroad. “ Once this stage of construction is complete, crews will be working on guardrail, barrier curb and remaining items over the next few weeks to complete the project before opening to traffic,” explained Missouri Department of Transportation Area Engineer Brian Untiedt. The road will be closed between Warren Barrett Drive and Market Street.
While there will be no signed detour, traffic will be routed to Warren Barrett Drive to Missouri Route 79 and back onto to U.S. Route 36. Message boards and signage will be placed at various locations to assist motorists.
Motorists will need to use caution while traveling through the area during these times. Remember to obey all work zone signs and personnel.
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