Heads up, motorists planning to navigate the Missouri Route 76 eastbound bridge near Branson: you'll need to tap the brakes on your usual commute. Beginning July 14, daily lane closures will be a reality as crews get down to the nitty-gritty of bridge repair. MoDOT announced that, for a five-day stretch from Monday to Friday, drivers can expect to see some orange and white barriers from the early hours of 6 a.m. until 5 p.m. as they inch their way across the eastbound bridge.
It's no secret that infrastructure needs regular TLC to keep it safe and sound, and Missouri Route 76's bridges are no exception. This latest round of repairs on the eastbound passage follows the westbound bridge's own spa treatment when it got a facelift earlier this year. According to information from MoDOT, that bridge was out of commission from January to March 2025 for some rehabilitation work.
Drivers should expect delays due to ongoing roadwork and follow posted signs and message boards from MoDOT. To avoid traffic, consider taking an alternate route.
If you like to plan ahead, keep MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map open for updates on road closures and traffic. Whether you take your usual route or a detour, watch for road crews working to keep bridges and roads safe.
