MoDOT, roads and storm

MoDOT urges caution as winter storm creates hazardous road conditions
The Missouri Department of Transportation is urging drivers to stay off the roads if possible as a winter storm moves through the area. MoDOT’s Central District has all available Mid-Missouri snowplow operators working 12-hour shifts until major roads are cleared.
MoDOT said it won’t pre-treat roads ahead of this week’s storm
The Missouri Department of Transportation said crews will begin working around the clock starting Monday at 7 p.m., but they will not be pre-treating roads ahead of the winter storm. MoDOT District Maintenance Engineer Bob Becker said crews are hoping the cold temperatures and dryer snow will be advantageous for clearing the roads.
MoDOT is still short snow plow drivers for winter storm. Are KC-area roads being treated?
The storm is expected to push through the Kansas City region overnight Tuesday, covering the area with several inches of snow.
MoDOT now treating roads ahead of winter storm
The Missouri Department of Transportation is now treating the roads ahead of this second wave of snow, unlike its earlier plan to hold off on treatment over fears for refreezing.
MoDOT, IDOT monitoring roads amid snow and cold temperatures
MODOT engineer Bob Becker explained that the cold could help keep snow from sticking to the roads, allowing it to blow off the highways. Meanwhile, IDOT is treating highways with chemicals but anticipates some problem areas.
MoDOT keeping an eye on road conditions overnight
The Missouri Department of Transportation is expecting road conditions to worsen overnight Tuesday into Wednesday as the snow ...
MoDOT closes westbound I-44 in Laclede County & Pulaski County to clear multiple crashes
The Missouri Highway Patrol is working multiple crashes in Laclede County and Pulaski County.MoDOT closed the westbound lanes ...
Why MoDOT didn't pre-treat St. Louis-area roads ahead of Tuesday's snowstorm
Ahead of Tuesday's snowstorm, MoDOT chose not to pre-treat St. Louis-area roads. While the decision may surprise some, ...
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MoDOT continues Improve I-70; work includes proposed Business Loop 70 roundabout
Construction crews are 11 months into a multi-year project to expand Interstate 70 across the state. One of the eight project ...
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MoDOT Announces Traffic Shift onto New Pavement for Southbound I-55 in Jefferson County Starting February 21
MoDOT is shifting southbound I-55 traffic onto new pavement in Jefferson County starting February 21 at 8 p.m.
MoDOT to shutdown routes in Franklin County after semi-truck bridge collision
The Missouri Department of Transportation announced that it will close Route D and Route WW bridge over Interstate Highway 44 ...
MoDOT urges drivers to beware of slick spots following day of crashes, closures
The Missouri Department of Transportation reports roadways in the KC area are clear and said all closures have reopened but ...
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MoDOT to Host Public Meeting for I-44 Widening Project in Springfield, Anticipates Traffic Impact
MoDOT is set to discuss I-44 widening in Springfield at a public meeting with construction expected to cause delays.
MoDOT director focuses on employee staffing, safety in report to lawmakers
Ed Hassinger, the newly appointed director of the Missouri Department of Transportation, prioritized safety during his first ...
KDOT, MoDOT crews continue work to clear roads
It’s been a busy day for public works, MoDOT, and KDOT crews across the metro. “KDOT crews started clearing snow overnight ...