Districts Impacted
Project Summary
MoDOT and consultants from Bartlett & West are designing a project to improve the intersection of U.S. Route 36 and Mitchell Avenue in Chillicothe. The project is being designed to improve traffic flow and reduce crash points at the existing crossover by adding a J-turn to the east of the current crossover and improving the U.S. Routes 36 and 65 intersections.
With a J-turn, motorists will no longer cross multiple lanes of fast-moving traffic. Drivers at a J-turn intersection turn right in the same direction of traffic, merge into the passing lane, and then make a U-turn in the direction they intend to travel.
Project Progress
MoDOT is working with Bartlett & West to design a project to replace the intersection of U.S. Route 36 and Mitchell Avenue with a J-turn.
The project design is in the early preliminary stages. More information and visuals will be added to this page as they become available.
A public meeting was held in Chillicothe on Wednesday, July 22, from 4-6 p.m. at the Home of Sliced Bread Welcome Center (100 Elm Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601) to discuss upcoming intersection improvement projects on Livingston County U.S. Route 36 at both Mitchell Avenue (Chillicothe) and Route B (Wheeling).
Contractors may submit competitive bids during MoDOT's scheduled lettings. This project is scheduled to be in the February 2027 letting. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission will consider all submitted bids at its scheduled monthly meeting in March 2027.
After the project is awarded, MoDOT will work with the contractor to determine a construction schedule.
Project News
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Reminder: MoDOT to hold public meeting for Livingston County U.S. Route 36 intersection projects
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting in Chillicothe tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22, from 4-6 p.m. at the Home of Sliced Bread Welcome Center (100 Elm Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601) to discuss upcoming...
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MoDOT to hold public meeting for Livingston County U.S. Route 36 intersection projects
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting in Chillicothe on Wednesday, July 22, from 4-6 p.m. at the Home of Sliced Bread Welcome Center (100 Elm Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601) to discuss upcoming...
Project Map
Learn About J-turns
The J-turn is an alternative to traditional roadway intersections on a four-lane highway. The point of these turns is to greatly reduce a significant number of severe crashes common when drivers must cross-over busy highways to reach another road.
Frequently Asked Questions
What traffic impacts will there be during construction?
More information on traffic impacts will be provided here as plans are developed.
Will this project require right of way?
Yes, this project is anticipated to have both permanent and temporary right-of-way needs.
How can I stay updated on the project’s progress?
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Who can I contact if I have further questions?
Questions may be left by calling 888 ASK MODOT (888-275-6636) or emailing nwcr@modot.mo.gov.