Districts Impacted
Project Milestones
4:30-6 p.m., Monett City Park Casino
101 S. Lincoln Ave., Monett, MO 65708
4:30-6 p.m., Lampo Center
500 E. Spring St., Neosho, MO 64850
Missouri Route 97 roundabout construction begins Spring 2026
Purpose and Need/What's the Problem?
These six locations along U.S. Route 60 in Newton and Barry counties experience a number of crashes and have been identified for improvements, including turn lanes and roundabouts, to improve safety and efficiency for the traveling public.
Project Information:
Contractor will make intersection improvements at six (6) locations along U.S. Route 60 in Newton and Barry counties:
- In Newton County
- Turn lanes at Routes Y/CC
- Turn lanes at Hammer Road west of I-49
- Turn lane at Oak Ridge Drive in Neosho
- Roundabout at Newton County Route HH east of Neosho
- Turn lanes at Routes M/W east of Granby
- In Barry County
- Roundabout at Missouri Route 97 in Barry County near Monett Regional Airport
NEWS RELEASES
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Intersection Improvements Project on Route 60 in Newton & Barry Counties Begins Week of March 17
Newton & Barry Counties – A project to make intersection improvements along U.S. Route 60 in Newton and Barry counties begins the week of March 17, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
Contractor crews will begin work Monday, March 17 in...
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Intersection Improvements on Route 60 in Newton & Barry Counties Focus of Public Meeting July 9
Neosho – The public is invited to participate in an in-person public meeting to learn more about plans to make intersection improvements along U.S. Route 60 in Newton and Barry counties, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
The in-person...
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U.S. Route 60 Intersection Improvements Focus of Public Meetings Starting June 17
Monett – The public is invited to participate in public meetings, either in-person or virtual (online), starting Monday, June 17, to learn more about plans to make intersection improvements along U.S. Route 60 in Newton and Barry counties, the...
Project Displays
- Project Fact Sheet
- Intersection Location Map
- Missouri Route 97 Roundabout Detour Map
- US Route 60 & Hammer Road Turn Lanes
- All About Roundabouts
- US Route 60 & Route HH Roundabout
- US Route 60 & Missouri Route 97 Roundabout
- US Route 60 & Route M/W Turn Lanes
- US Route 60 & Oak Ridge Drive Right Turn
- US Route 60 & Route Y/CC Turn Lanes Plan Sheet
- Crash Data for U.S. Route 60 and Missouri Route 97
- Crash Data for U.S. Route 60 and Route HH
- Truck Turning Paths for U.S. Route 60 and Missouri Route 97
- Truck Turning Paths for U.S. Route 60 and Route HH
Frequently Asked Questions:
Will there be road closures during this project?
There are no plans to close U.S. Route 60 during construction of the roundabouts or other intersection improvements. However, Missouri Route 97 will be CLOSED during construction of the roundabout there. Drivers will be directed along a signed detour using Missouri Route 37 and Barry County Route B (see detour map above). No such detour is planned for construction of the roundabout at Newton County Route HH. Drivers are urged to find alternate routes.
Why were roundabouts chosen for this project instead of traffic signals?
Typical signalized intersections have approximately 20-30 conflict points, or spots where vehicles could collide, roundabouts reduce that number to eight. Fewer conflict points, combined with slower speeds and calmer traffic, translate into as much as 76 percent fewer crashes. Signals also increase the delay of the traveling public due to a signal's cycle time. With a roundabout, an approaching vehicle does not have to come to a complete stop unless there is already a conflicting vehicle inside the roundabout’s circle.
Will semi-trucks, school buses and other large vehicles be able to easily drive through the roundabout?
Yes, most roundabouts are designed with a truck apron to accommodate large vehicles like semi-trucks, school buses, farm equipment, etc.
Why turn lanes at these locations?
Dedicated left- and right-turn lanes are used in situations where traffic volumes and speeds are relatively high and crashes are likely to occur at intersections. Turn lanes are an asset in promoting safety and improved traffic flow.
How do I ask a question or leave feedback about this project?
MoDOT will be hosting a virtual (online) public meeting June 17-July 1. During that time, you may return to this website and fill out a feedback form found here. You also may send us an e-mail at swcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at (417) 895-7600.