Lane closures on NB/SB U.S. 71 in Jackson County for various operations, TODAY

JACKSON COUNTY- The Missouri Department of Transportation is making various upgrades on U.S. Route 71 over Bannister Road (Route W). All work is weather permitting.

Tuesday, November 10 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

• SB U.S. 71 right lane closure south of 85th Street to Bannister Road.

Tuesday, November 10 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

• NB U.S. 71 will be down to one lane from I-435 to 85th

ONGOING: Monday, May 18 at approx. 7:00 a.m. until November 2026

• Crews have CLOSED Bannister Road from Marion Park Drive to Parkwood Ave.

Visit the project page for additional information: U.S. Route 71 Bridge Replacements over Bannister Road in Jackson County | Missouri Department of Transportation

Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris form the roadway.

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