URGENT UPDATE: Mid-Missouri motorists are bracing for significant travel disruptions starting December 1 through December 7. Major roadwork across several counties will lead to lane closures and delays, impacting daily commutes and travel plans.
Authorities from the Missouri Department of Transportation have confirmed that the ongoing construction activities include crucial culvert replacements, bridge rehabilitations, and pedestrian facility upgrades. Commuters on Boone County’s Route 124 and Callaway County’s Routes E and J should prepare for single-lane, flagger-controlled traffic. This is particularly critical as Columbia’s Route TT improvements continue toward a projected completion in late November.
I-70 travelers can expect long-term disruptions due to the “Improve I-70 Program,” which runs until 2027. These enhancements aim to upgrade the interstate but will inevitably slow traffic significantly in the interim.
From 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, U.S. Route 50 in Cole County will see pedestrian facility upgrades that may lead to potential right-turn lane closures from Broadway, Jefferson, and Monroe streets. Motorists in this area are advised to plan their routes accordingly, as delays are expected.
Moreover, U.S. Route 63 will experience a reroute at the Route AC interchange (Grindstone Parkway), with Lenoir Street remaining closed. This segment of work is anticipated to be completed by early December 2025.
Daily lane restrictions for maintenance and culvert replacements will also be in effect in Laclede, Maries, and Morgan counties. Single-lane travel and delays are inevitable in these areas, as confirmed by the Missouri Department of Transportation.
Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution around work zones and remain patient during this busy travel period. Stay tuned for further updates as the situation develops.
The Missouri Department of Transportation emphasizes the importance of these upgrades for safer and more efficient travel in the future, but the immediate impact will be felt by commuters across the region. Share this information with fellow drivers to ensure everyone is prepared for the upcoming disruptions.
