MoDOT - Missouri Department of Transportation

05/13/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/13/2025 08:44

TRAFFIC ALERT: Expect Delays, Lane Reductions on Bus. 49 in Newton Co. May 14

Where: Business 49 (Gateway Drive) between Delmar Lane and Duane Lane in Newton County south of Joplin

When: 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Wednesday, May 14

What: Contractor crews repairing pavement

Traffic Impacts:

  • One lane of Business 49 (Gateway Drive) will remain OPEN at all times
  • Drivers will encounter flaggers directing traffic through the work zone
  • Drivers are urged to use caution and watch for crews and equipment working close to traffic
  • Drivers should expect traffic delays and are urged to find alternate routes
  • No signed detours planned
  • Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
  • Check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

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

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

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