Attention Columbia drivers: if you're headed east on I-70, you'll need to shake up your commute. The eastbound I-70 exit ramp to U.S. Route 63, also known as Exit 128, and the adjacent driving lane at mile marker 128.8 are currently out of commission. This inconvenience is due to bridge work just west of the Connector in Columbia, according to a report from the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).
The closure began yesterday and MoDOT's construction teams are on a tight schedule, expecting to wrap up and reopen the exit and lane by 4 p.m. today. But as of now, your drive is likely to hit some snags. MoDOT urges those traveling in the area to consider alternate routes. Traffic is expected to back up, so drivers, might want to allot some extra travel time to navigate the congestion.
MoDOT has a mantra for motorists during this period: "Slow down and pay attention in work zones. Buckle Up. Phone Down." It's sound advice for ensuring the safety of both the construction crews and your fellow travelers.
