Springfield, Greene County – Those interested in a project to improve traffic flow along Chestnut Expressway (Loop 44/Business Route 65) in Springfield are invited to view the proposed improvements and project information via a virtual (online) public meeting from Thursday, February 16 until Thursday, March 2, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
Starting Thursday, February 16, the virtual public meeting can be accessed here: http://www.modot.org/southwest
For those unable to access the online meeting, contact MoDOT’s Southwest District Office at 417.895.7600 and accommodations will be made to share the information and gather feedback.
Project highlights:
- Proposed improvements on Chestnut Expressway (Loop 44/Business 65) from I-44 to Eastgate Avenue in Springfield include:
- Signal improvements at various locations
- Sidewalk (ADA) improvements at various locations
- Intersection improvements at various locations
- Improve safety and traffic operations by managing access
- Operational improvements at US Route 65 diverging diamond interchange
- Install mid-block pedestrian hybrid beacon
- Resurfacing and pavement marking from Lulwood Avenue to Eastgate Avenue
Expected traffic impacts during construction:
- Nighttime work hours from 8 p.m. – 6 a.m.
- Lane closings on Chestnut Expressway (Loop 44/Business 65) at times
- Narrowed lanes and traffic shifts on Chestnut Expressway (Loop 44/Business 65) at times
- During higher traffic volume times, drivers can expect occasional delays
- During the intersection work, turn lanes may be closed at times
- Crews and equipment close to traffic in areas
- Drivers may need to seek alternate routes to get to their destinations
Construction is scheduled to begin in Spring 2024.
The estimated project cost is $7.9 million.
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(For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest)
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