61 Donna Drive Intersection Improvements in Jackson, MO

The project includes upgrading the traffic signal infrastructure at the U.S. 61 and Donna Drive intersection, addressing two closely spaced intersections, and providing a pedestrian crossing on U.S. 61. This will be accomplished by: 

• Widening U.S. 61 with eastbound and westbound right turn lanes at Donna Drive
• Replacing the Donna Drive span wire signals with mast arm mounted signals
• Replacing lighting, signing and pavement markings
• Converting the southern Kimbel Lane approach to a Right In/Right Out intersection
• Providing a north-south pedestrian crossing

Ultimately, the improvements will separate slowing and turning traffic from U.S. 61 main lane traffic, provide dedicated turn lanes and a pedestrian connection, update aging traffic signals, and simplify traffic movements along this stretch of U.S. 61.