What: Northbound I-49 traffic shifted head-to-head in the southbound lanes between Mile Markers 135 & 137 in Bates County over the Missouri & Northern Arkansas (MNA) Railroad north of Butler while contractor crews work to replace the bridge deck/driving surface
When: Monday, March 11 and remaining in this pattern until work on the northbound bridge is completed
Traffic Impacts:
- I-49 traffic reduced to one lane in each direction with northbound traffic shifted head-to-head in the southbound lanes over MNA Railroad between Mile Markers 135 & 137 north of Butler in Bates County
- Expect delays during high traffic volume times
- Only one lane open in each direction
- Speed limit reduced to 60 mph through the work zone
- Watch for equipment and crews entering and exiting 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.
Details: This contract also included the southbound I-49/MNA Railroad bridge, which was completed in October 2023.
Project information:
- Prime contractor: Capital Paving & Construction, Columbia
- Total project cost: $4 million
- Contract completion date: July 30, 2024
For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest
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