I-49 Traffic Shifted in Bates County for Bridge Rehabilitation Beginning March 11th

 I-49 Traffic Shifted in Bates Co. for Bridge Rehabilitation Beginning March 11th...

What: Northbound I-49 traffic shifted head-to-head in the southbound lanes between Mile Markers 135 & 137 in Bates County over the Missouri & Northern Arkansas (MNA) Railroad north of Butler while contractor crews work to replace the bridge deck/driving surface

 

When: Monday, March 11 and remaining in this pattern until work on the northbound bridge is completed

 

Traffic Impacts:

• I-49 traffic reduced to one lane in each direction with northbound traffic shifted head-to-head in the southbound lanes over MNA Railroad between Mile Markers 135 & 137 north of Butler in Bates County
• Expect delays during high traffic volume times
• Only one lane open in each direction
• Speed limit reduced to 60 mph through the work zone
• Watch for equipment and crews entering and exiting the work zone
• No signed detours
• Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
• Drivers should consider alternate routes during the project
• Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

 

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

 

Details: This contract also included the southbound I-49/MNA Railroad bridge, which was completed in October 2023.

 

Project information:

• Prime contractor: Capital Paving & Construction, Columbia

• Total project cost: $4 million
• Contract completion date: July 30, 2024