Route J in Callaway County to close next week for culvert replacements

UPDATED INFO 4/1/2025 - Closure Extended. See below for details

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Local crews with the Missouri Department of Transportation plan to close Callaway County Route J in two locations early next week to replace culverts. 

  • On Monday, March 31, Route J will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. between County Roads 326 and 324.
  • On Tuesday, April 1, the road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. between County Roads 354 and 345.
  • NEW: On Wednesday, April 2, the road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. between County Roads 354 and 345.

During both closures, local property owners will be able to access driveways, but through traffic will need to seek an alternate route. 

All work is weather-permitting, and schedules are subject to change.  

MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.   

For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media: 

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Take the Challenge! Buckle Up/Phone Down  

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