Westbound 171 down to one lane near Carthage beginning July 7

(From MODOT)

TRAFFIC ALERT: Westbound Route 171 Down to One Lane Near Carthage for Bridge Repairs July 7-Aug. 20

Where: Westbound Missouri Route 171 bridge over Center Creek west of Carthage

When: ‘Round the clock between July 7 and August 20

What: MoDOT crews repairing bridge expansion joint (bridge component connecting bridge to pavement

Traffic Impacts

-One westbound lane of Route 171 closed where crews are working. One westbound lane will remain open at all times.

-Lane closed ‘round the clock due to the nature of the repairs

-Open lane reduced to 10 feet width

-Speed limit reduced to 50 mph

-Drivers can expect delays

Weather and/or unforeseen delays will alter the work schedule.