Attention Strafford drivers, starting this Wednesday, April 16, you're about to see a significant change at the intersection of Missouri Route 125 and eastbound I-44 ramps. MoDOT has announced the installation of a temporary traffic signal as part of an ongoing intersection upgrade project. So, if you regularly pass that stretch, brace yourselves for potential disruptions.
Traffic signals are supposed to make life easier, and this might be the case eventually but for now, it might be smart to give yourself a few extra minutes of travel time. Flaggers will be managing the flow where crews are working, and you'll see signs and message boards warning of the construction as you approach. However, no signed detours will be provided, suggesting that local drivers might want, to get creative with their routes.
The temporary signal is part of the broader Missouri Route 125 Intersection Improvements Project, with a finish line set for May 22, 2026. The effort commands a budget of $6.2 million and is being executed by Hartman & Company Inc., headquartered in Springfield. As always with such undertakings, your best-laid plans could be at the mercy of the weather and other unforeseen construction delays.
While no severe impacts are scheduled for the present, keep an alert eye on the MoDOT's Traveler Information Map, this will help you steer clear of any unexpected road closures or traffic issues.
