What: Southbound I-49 traffic shifted head-to-head in the northbound lanes between Mile Markers 98 and 100 in Vernon County over the Missouri & Northern Arkansas Railroad south of Nevada while contractor crews work to replace the southbound bridge
When: Tuesday, May 10 and remaining in this pattern until completion of project
Traffic Impacts:
- Southbound I-49 traffic shifted head-to-head in the northbound lanes of I-49 between Mile Markers 98 and 100 over MNA Railroad
- Expect delays during high traffic volume times
- Only one lane open in each direction
- Speed limit reduced to 60 mph through the work zone
- No signed detours
- Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
- Drivers should consider alternate routes during the project
- Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
Weather and/or construction delays could alter the work schedule.
This bridge is included in Gov. Mike Parson’s $351 million Focus on Bridges program, which will repair or replace 250 bridges across the state.
Project information:
- Contractor: West Plains Bridge & Grading, West Plains
- Completion date: December 1, 2022
- Estimated total cost: $2.9 million
(For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest)
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