Districts Impacted
Project Summary
This project will address two bridges on U.S. Highway 50 eastbound in Johnson County. The eastbound bridge over Blackwater River will be rehabilitated and the eastbound bridge over Butcher Branch will be replaced. The project is scheduled to begin in Spring 2026 and be completed in Fall 2027.
Project Milestones
Latest News
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Kansas City area maintenance work for July 7-11
LEE’S SUMMIT, MO – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be performing maintenance work throughout the Kansas City region from July 7-11. All work is weather permitting.
CASS COUNTY
Route B bridge over I-70: lane closure from Mon., July 7...
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Improve I-70 KC: Various lane closures scheduled between 23rd St. & Van Brunt Blvd., July 7- Aug. 8
JACKSON COUNTY – Crews will be conducting various lane closures along Interstate 70 between 23rd St. and Van Brunt Blvd. for work relating to the improve I-70 KC project. All work is weather permitting.
Mon., July 7 at approximately 7 a.m. until...
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Various Closures Scheduled on MO 33 at 172nd Street in Clay County, July 7-10
CLAY COUNTY – The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting pipe replacements on Missouri Route 33 at 172nd Street resulting in various traffic modifications. All work is weather permitting. All dates and times are approximate.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is this project happening?
While safe, the bridges are in poor condition and require maintenance/replacement.
What will be the traffic implications?
Traffic will be managed by a median crossover from eastbound to westbound lanes and head-to-head traffic on westbound lanes. NW 175th Rd. will be closed west of US-50 for the duration of the project.
How much will this project cost?
This project will cost approximately $5.5 million.
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Project Contacts
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