Districts Impacted

Southwest
Counties Impacted
Greene
Route Impacted
44
65
Work Type
Bridge Rehabilitation
Planning Phase

PROJECT TIMELINE

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This is an online public meeting from September 8-22. Please review the project information and displays. Then, complete the comment form below by September 22.
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Construction Begins
March 2027
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Project Completion
December 2027
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crane Project Information

  • Rehabilitate the Northbound U.S. Route 65 to Westbound I-44 Flyover Ramp in Springfield to help maximize the bridge's lifespan

Traffic Impacts

  • Northbound U.S. Route 65 to westbound I-44 flyover ramp will remain open during most of construction
  • Driving traffic can expect traffic shifts with reduced lane/shoulder widths and shoulder closures
  • Short-term ramp Closures to install new expansion joints
    • Signed detour during short-term Closure: Valley Water Mill Road
  • Temporary shoulder closures and reduced lane widths on US-65, I-44, westbound I-44-to-southbound Route 65, and eastbound I-44-to-northbound Route 65 ramps
     

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Why is this project needed?

Bridge expansion joints and bearings are designed to accommodate the movement that occurs as the structure expands and contracts with temperature changes. The existing joints and bearings show signs of deterioration and will be replaced with modern components. This preventive maintenance is essential to avoid frequent repairs and maximize the lifespan of the flyover bridge.

Will the flyover bridge be CLOSED?

The bridge will remain open for the majority of the rehabilitation.  A short-term full closure of the bridge will be required to complete expansion joint repairs. The exact dates will be announced to the public at least two weeks in advance, and a detour will be provided. 

What can I expect during construction?

The bridge will remain open for the majority of the rehabilitation. Driving lanes will be shifted from side to side as the contractor works on different sections of the bridge. Lane and shoulder widths may be temporarily narrowed. A short-term full closure of the bridge will be required to complete expansion joint repairs. Temporary shoulder closures and reduced lane widths will also occur on Route 65, I-44, the westbound I-44-to-southbound Route 65 and eastbound I-44-to-northbound Route 65 loop ramps.

Will there be signed detours?

During the short-term bridge closure, signed detours will be in place. Details and a map of the detour route are provided above. 

The last day to leave comments on this project is Tuesday, September 22.

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worker Project Contacts

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Beth Schaller Portrait
Beth Schaller
Title
Area Engineer
Department
Southwest District
Contact Info

Forward 44: Southwest I-44 Improvements Deputy Project Director,
Ozarks Transportation Organization: Greene & Christian Counties
Southwest Missouri Council of Governments: Barry, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Greene, Lawrence, Polk, Stone, Taney, & Webster Counties
Email: Beth.Schaller@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 529-4120

 

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Kara Richart
Kara Richart
Title
Transpiration Project Manager
Department
Design
Contact Info

Email: Kara.Richart@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 408-4657