Districts Impacted
PROJECT DETAILS
MoDOT will be making safety improvements along U.S. 24 just east of east of Wilson Ave. to just west of Sterling Ave. Improvements include a 5-lane typical section with curb and gutter, enclosed drainage storm sewers, raised concrete islands, traffic signal improvements, and signing and pavement marking improvements. A 10-foot multi-use path is also proposed along the south side of the roadway with a 5-foot sidewalk along the north side of the roadway.
The main goal of this project is to improve safety and mobility along the U.S. 24 Highway just east of Wilson Ave. to just west of Sterling Ave. After reviewing the types and locations of crashes within the corridor, it was determined that the best way to address the concerns and improve safety is to modify the roadway to a 5-lane section with a two-way left turn lane. In addition, there are intersections that will be improved with upgrading or replacing traffic signals. In order to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety, this project will include additional crossings at traffic signals, a new shared use path, and new sidewalks and existing sidewalk upgrades. Drainage will be improved through the corridor. Access to businesses along the corridor will also be improved.
This is the third and final phase of the project. Construction will begin in late Fall 2025 and will be completed by late Fall/early Winter of 2026.
Phases 1 and 2 were let in combination in May 2023 and will be completed and construction is in progress and will be completed in spring/summer of 2026.
TRAFFIC IMPACTS AND COSTS
Lane closures on U.S. 24 and some side street closures will occur during construction. Local businesses may see impacts to their access during construction.
This project is funded through a partnership between the City of Independence and MoDOT and is currently estimated at $5 million.
This is the third and final phase of the project.
Online Comment Period Information
MoDOT hosted an online comment period for the third and final phase of the project. The comment period will be open from 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 25, 2025 until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2025. If you need more information, please refer to the contact information and comment form available below.

Project Plans & Timeline
- Project Plans
- Timeline
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This is the third and final phase of the project. Phases 1 and 2 were let in combination in May 2023. Construction began in 2025 and the project is scheduled to be completed in the summer of 2026.
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Please note preliminary plans are subject to change.
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Need More Information?
We're here to help. If you need additional information, you may contact MoDOT Kansas City Area Engineer Jill Bruss or Project Manager Chris West.
- Jill Bruss, MoDOT Area Engineer
- Email: jill.bruss@modot.mo.gov
- Christopher West, Project Manager
- MoDOT Customer Service Line: 1-888-275-6636

Share Your Comments!
Online Comment Information
MoDOT accepted comments on Phase 3 of this project (U.S. 24 just east of east of Wilson Ave. to just west of Sterling Ave.) from 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25 until 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 8. The comment form is now closed. If you need more information, please refer to the contact information above to request more information.
NEWS RELEASES
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Lane closures on NB/SB I-35 over MO-33 in Clay County, Friday, Sept. 26 until Friday, Oct. 3
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Various lane closures scheduled throughout multiple counties, Sept. 29 - Oct. 10
LEES SUMMIT, MO - The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting various lane closures and flagging operations in multiple counties within the Kansas City District for pavement operations. Work will take place from approximately 7 a.m...
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REVISED: Permit work requires ramp closures at EB/WB I-470 and View High Dr. ONGOING - Oct. 31
JACKSON COUNTY – Permit work by I-470 Western Gateway Transportation Development District for roadway improvements and the installation of a diverging diamond interchange (DDI) on View High Dr. under I-470 will require the CLOSURE of the following...
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Various overnight lane closures on EB I-435 to EB I-470 in Jackson County for patching operations, Sept. 27-28
JACKSON COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting overnight lane closures on I-435 EB to I-470 EB for patching operations on Saturday, Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. until Sunday, Sept. 28 at 6 a.m. All work is weather permitting.
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Permitted rolling closure on MO 7 between Myrtle Rd. to Broadway Ave. in Pleasant Hill, Sept. 26
CASS COUNTY – The Pleasant Hill High School Homecoming Parade route will require a permitted rolling closure on MO 7 between Myrtle Rd. to Broadway Ave. in Pleasant Hill, MO on Friday, Sept. 26. Motorists can expect stopped or slow moving traffic...