Resurfacing Project on I-49 in Barton & Vernon Counties to Aug. 8…

Barton & Vernon Counties - Drivers can expect lane closures and occasional traffic delays on I-49 in Barton and Newton counties for a resurfacing project beginning the week of August 5, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

Contractor crews will add an overlay of new asphalt, permanent striping, rumble strips and new guardrail in areas along an approximately 50-mile stretch of I-49 between U.S. Route 54 in Nevada and U.S. Route 160 in Lamar.

Traffic impacts:

• Traffic reduced to one lane where contractor crews are laying asphalt
• Drivers may encounter closed ramps where crews are working
• Work will be done during daytime hours; however, some areas will remain closed during nighttime hours
• No signed detour
• Drivers should find alternate routes
• Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zones
• Check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

Drivers are urged to use caution as they may experience a rough ride in areas until the resurfacing project is complete.

Weather and/or scheduling delays could alter the work schedule.

Project information:

• Prime contractor: APAC-Central Inc., Springfield
• Total project cost: $13.3 million
• Completion date: November 1, 2024

For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest

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