Heads up, Branson drivers: you're going to encounter a bit of a snag if you're traveling through the intersection of Missouri Route 248 and James F Epps Road. According to a Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) traffic alert, the left turn lanes at this location will be closed on Tuesday, from 8:30 a.m. until 3 p.m.
The reason for these closures? Crews are set to upgrade the left turn signal heads to incorporate a flashing yellow arrow—an advancement that promotes additional safety. Each left turn lane will be out of commission for up to an hour, but don't worry, they won't all be closed at the same time. At intervals, the traffic signals might also be set to flash to warn motorists of the ongoing work.
Expect a few disruptions if you're driving through the area. While Missouri Route 248 and James F Epps Road will remain open, proximity of the workers and their machinery means that caution is required. There won't be any formal detour routes signed, so folks are encouraged to plan ahead and consider alternate pathways to sidestep delays.
Strategic signs and message boards are placed to notify those approaching the work zones of the changes. For more in-depth information on the current situation and for any further traffic impacts, MoDOT advises checking their Traveler Information Map.
