Work begins next week on Route 66/Route 249 and I-49/Shoal Creek bridges

(From MoDOT)

Rehabilitation Project on Route 66/Route 249 & I-49/Shoal Creek Bridges Begins Week of Sept. 2

A project to repair and resurface the bridge decks/driving surfaces on Missouri Route 66/Missouri Route 249 and I-49/Shoal Creek bridges in Jasper County is scheduled to begin the week of September 2, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

Here’s what drivers can expect when the project begins.

Traffic Impacts

On Tuesday, September 3, contractor crews will begin work on I-49/Shoal Creek bridges north of Missouri Route 175 (Gateway Drive) south of Joplin

Drivers will encounter lane reductions in both directions and delays during peak traffic times

At least one lane will be open in both directions on I-49 at all times

No signed detours in either direction

Drivers should find alternate routes around work zones

8 p.m., Friday, September 13 through 6 a.m., Monday, September 16 

Route 66/Route 249 bridge in Duenweg CLOSED

No signed detour, drivers are urged to find alternate routes

Drivers will have access to driveways and entrances on either end of the bridge but will not be able to travel through the work zone

Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zones

Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

In addition to the bridge deck/driving surface resurfacing and repair, the contractor will add permanent pavement striping.

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

Project Information

Prime contractor: Emery Sapp & Sons, Springfield
Total project cost: $1.04 million
Contract completion date: November 1, 2025