State of Missouri

12/16/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/16/2025 14:05

U.S. Route 61 in New Madrid County Closed for Culvert Replacement…

SIKESTON-Route 61 in New Madrid County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway.

This section of roadway is located from Route 62 to Route D near Lilbourn, Missouri.

Weather permitting, work will take place Tuesday, Dec. 30 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area.

For additional information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636) or visit www.modot.org/southeast .

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