Heads up to those traversing through Andrew County — there's a traffic update that might mess with your Thursday commute. According to the Missouri Department of Transportation, or MoDOT for short, a section of Andrew County Route D will be shut down for the day tomorrow due to emergency culvert repairs needed along that stretch. This closure, pinpointed specifically from Route 48 to 198th Street, is scheduled for a 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. window, which means you'll need to pinpoint some detours if that's your usual path, the details of which were released in a bulletin posted on MoDOT's website.
The construction work is mandatory, and MoDOT has been clear about the potential disruption, urging motorists to map out alternate routes ahead of time and avoid the work zone area during the hours of operation, the closure is not expected to span beyond the working day, yet that's just enough to potentially throw a wrench in your travel plans, especially if Route D is part of your daily drive. Commuters and locals can stay up to speed on this and other roadway conditions by checking the Traveler Information Map at traveler.modot.org/map, a resource that MoDOT frequently updates to give drivers the most current roadway statuses.
In light of road work and hazards that come with it, MoDOT isn't just doling out traffic advisories; they're also pushing some sage advice. "MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down, and moving over in work zones," as stated in their announcement. The department is banking on collective caution from the community to ensure safety around these temporary disruptions. To keep yourself in the loop about project updates and work zone news, MoDOT suggests subscribing to their eUpdates or connecting on social media, and for those who'd rather go old school, there's also the option to grab information via their 24/7 call line at 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636).
