(From the City of Joplin)Christmas is coming early for residents in the southeast part of Joplin. Public Works officials report that the 44th Street and Connecticut Avenue roundabout will open to traffic by the middle of next week, on or around December 3. In addition, the west portion of Richard Joseph Boulevard will also open at that time.
Project construction is shifting to the south side of 44th Street. Travelers should watch for temporary one-day closures for isolated work to complete the project. These will be posted as needed.
The entire project is still an active construction zone, and drivers are encouraged to use caution in the area. Work will continue through the winter months, with final completion scheduled for the spring of 2021.
The project to widen 44th Street, from Connecticut Avenue east to Range Line Road, and Connecticut Avenue from the bridge over Interstate 44, south to 44th Street began in Spring 2019. It includes a five-lane road, with a sidewalk and shared use path, as well as a roundabout at the intersection of 44th and Connecticut Avenue.
This project is funded through the 3/8 cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax approved by voters in 2014. D&E Plumbing Company is the contractor.
The City appreciates the public’s patience during this improvement project. For more information, call 417-624-0820, ext. 543.
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