Heads up, night owls and early birds hitting the southbound stretch of I-170 this coming week; you're in for a spot of congestion. MoDOT has announced lane closures that'll have at least one lane out of commission from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. The scheduled closures, intended for roadwork, will persist across two separate sessions — March 17-21 and again from March 24-26.
While driving between Scudder and Route 115 (Natural Bridge), be ready to squeeze through the reduced lanes. The closures, happening nightly, beginning Monday, extending through Friday, and from March 24, should wrap up by March 26. MoDOT advises travelers to allot extra transit time or seek alternate routes if possible.
For motorists planning to traverse this sector, the reduced lane availability is poised to disrupt commutes and travel plans. Keeping an eye on real-time traffic updates and detour suggestions from MoDOT might save you from a gridlock surprise. Whether it's commuting for work, heading towards a late-night shift, or departing from an evening out, expect delays and plan ahead.
MoDOT has taken to utilizing their platforms to disseminate this essential information to the public, ensuring that drivers are not caught unaware by the closures. According to their announcement on MoDOT website, "At least one lane will be closed," a bid to minimize disruption while allowing necessary maintenance to unfold. MoDOT has not specified if weather conditions might extend the project's timeline or affect the scheduled work. Nevertheless, keeping updated via MoDOT's alerts or social media channels can offer last-minute changes to this plan.
