ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Sidewalk improvements along Route 139 through Newtown will help ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The projects, partially funded through the Transportation Alternatives Program with the Missouri Department of Transportation providing the remaining funding, will help pedestrians in Newtown enjoy safer walking for recreation or while visiting local businesses.
The Missouri Department of Transportation has contracted with Boone Construction Company, Inc. to upgrade the sidewalks and pedestrian crossings along Route 139 beginning Tuesday, May 28. Crews will south side of town and work their way north with all work expected to be complete in early September.
Motorists are encouraged to use caution during the project, as crews will be working in close proximity to the traveling public.
All work is weather dependant and schedules are su Please, for your own safety and that of the workers present in the work zones, put away all distractions, including phones, slow down, and buckle up.
More information can be found on the project webpage at https://www.modot.org/route-139-newtown-ada-improvement.
For more information call 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/northwest and view the online Traveler Information Map. In addition, MoDOT provides updated information on Twitter @MoDOTNorthwest and Facebook at @MoDOTNWDistrict.
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