Resurfacing began today on Route 5 in Howard County

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo - Construction crews working with the Missouri Department of Transportation began resurfacing Missouri Route 5 in Howard County today, Monday, July 15.

For the duration of the work, one lane of Route 5 will be closed in segments up to 2 miles in length, and flaggers with a pilot car will direct motorists through the work zone. work will take place Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. The work on Route 5 will stretch from Route 87 to U.S. Route 40.

Once Route 5 is complete, crews will resurface Route 240 and Alt 240. Route 240 will be resurfaced from Route 5 to Route 40, and Alt 240 will be resurfaced from Route 240 to Route 40.

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $7,170,804.76 contract to Capital Paving & Construction, LLC for this work, which is anticipated to be completed by Nov. 1, 2024.

All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.

MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.

For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media:

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