City of Independence, MO
06/27/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/27/2024 16:19
Partial 291 Closure in Independence
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) announced it will close a portion of 291 Highway through the City of Independence.
MoDOT closed MO 291 for roughly a mile, from Truman Road north to U.S. 24, beginning the evening of June 27, 2024.
MoDOT crews discovered a crack in the roadway while inspecting a recent mine collapse in the area. Out of an abundance of caution, the road is closed under further notice.
The intersection MO 291 and E. Salisbury Rd. will remain open to local access traffic. Motorists traveling on NB MO 291 will be able to exit on Truman Rd. and motorists traveling on SB MO 291 will be able to exit on U.S. 24.
The City of Independence recommends using Lee's Summit Road as an alternative route until MoDOT reopens 291.
Department: Municipal Services, Newsroom
Type: Press Release
Category: Announcements, Closures