Attention I-44 travelers, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is putting the brakes on traffic flow this weekend. Starting tomorrow, drivers will need to watch out for closures as one westbound lane and the ramp to Route 50 on Interstate 44 are getting an asphalt makeover. The overnight construction will kick-off at 8 p.m. and is expected to wrap up by the early hours of 6 a.m. Sunday.
The work is part of ongoing road maintenance, aimed to smooth out your commute with some fresh asphalt after previous concrete repairs wrapped up. MoDOT is urging motorists to plan for a wee bit of extra travel time or seek an alternate path. While this might be a minor inconvenience, it's all in the name of keeping those wheels turning safely on better roads.
According to MoDOT's announcement, the closures are necessary for the crews to lay down the new layer of asphalt effectively. It's a continuation of the department's efforts to reinforce the highway's integrity and ensure that it remains reliable for the high volume of vehicles that cruise through daily.
So, if you're planning a late-night cruise or an early morning drive this weekend, keep these temporary changes in mind. MoDOT is all about hitting the road with minimal bumps, so they're doing the heavy lifting now for a smoother journey later.
