Attention drivers in Tracy, MO: you're in for some slowdowns this fall. The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced intermittent lane closures on MO-273 and MO-371 starting Sept. 16 through Dec. 8, as part of an intersection improvement project. MoDOT says work will occur from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Saturday, weather permitting.
The project aims to ease your drive in the long run. MoDOT's plans include the addition of a turn lane from MO-273 northbound to Tracy Dr., and say goodbye to that free-for-all intersection – traffic signals are coming. Along with these updates, shoulder widening near the corner and a widened Tracy Dr. from the Trex Mart gas station up to the dreaded MO-371/MO-273 interchange should help things flow smoother once the cones are gone.
But for now, brace for "intermittent lane closures and flagging operations." Yes, this means potential delays. MoDOT is waving the caution flag, suggesting motorists may need to allow for extra travel time or seek alternative routes.
Local businesses are watching the calendar, hopeful that these changes will improve the accessibility to their stores. The Tracy Trex Mart, which sits at the heart of the construction zone, anticipates that the widened Tracy Dr. entrance will invite more wheels rolling into their pumps once the dust settles.
Keep an eye on the MoDOT website for updates on the progress and any changes to the work schedule.
