JACKSON COUNTY – Crews will continue bridge replacement work along Interstate 70 at Route AA/BB in Grain Valley. This work will require the following traffic changes from approximately 5 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and be vigilant of work in the area. All work is weather permitting.
Saturday, Aug. 19
- Beginning at approximately 5 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19, crews will CLOSE Route AA/BB at I-70 until approximately 5 p.m. to set bridge girders.
This project will be constructed over the course of three phases in the next year. Phase 1 included bridge work and work within the median. Phase 2 will address the westbound side of the project and Phase 3 will address the eastbound side. The project is anticipated to be complete by winter 2023.
Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching or mowing. They can also be short term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris from the roadway.
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