MoDOT Kansas City

OPEN NOW: We want your input! MoDOT is hosting virtual public information meeting regarding a safety improvements project along U.S. 24 between River Blvd. and Sterling Ave. beginning TODAY, 6/15 through 6/30. All project information, plans, and displays are available on the project webpage: www.modot.org/us-24-highway-improvements Those interested in asking questions or leaving comments about this project may do so in the webform that will be provided. No formal presentations will be made.

REMINDER: We want your opinion! Starting Tuesday, 6/15, you can leave comments and ask questions about an upcoming safety improvements project along U.S. 24 between River Blvd. and Sterling Ave. For more information, please visit our project webpage: https://www.modot.org/us-24-highway-improvements

Update: The Chiefs memorabilia found along I-470 earlier today has been turned over to the Lee's Summit Missouri Police Department.

The Baltimore Ave. bridge demolition over I-670 has been RESCHEDULED! The total CLOSURE of I-670 originally scheduled for this weekend (5/14) has been MOVED to the weekend of 5/21! FULL DETAILS HERE: https://www.modot.org/node/22821

Incredible Find: MoDOT crews mowing along I-470 in Lee's Summit stumbled upon a framed, autographed jersey of The Kansas City Chiefs great and Hall of Fame quarterback, Len Dawson and photo of TE Tony Gonzalez. The contents were inside a box with a delivery address. Wow! #chiefskingdom

Safety Reminder: We once again ask that motorists please pay attention while driving. This comes after one of our TMA (buffer truck) operators was struck Tuesday (5/11) morning near NB I-35 and Broadway in downtown KC. The driver admitted they were not paying attention when they hit the truck despite MoDOT having message boards and signs in place. Thankfully, there were no serious injuries. Again, the lives of our crews depend on you.

Safety Reminder: With road construction and repairs in full swing, please remember to be on the lookout for "mobile work zones". Those are crews working on a section of roadway for just a few, short minutes and moving on to another location. You'll see their flashing lights as you approach them. Slow down and move over. Be safe.

MoDOT Vehicle Struck: This morning on I-29 at MM 51.4 just outside of St. Joe, MO... a semi driver reportedly struck a MoDOT TMA (buffer truck). As you can see from the photos, the hit was pretty significant. The silver cannister pictured is the fuel tank from the semi. We've been told that there are no serious injuries, thankfully. No word on the cause of the strike, but this serves as a good reminder to please pay attention while driving. Focus on the road. Be safe. Be smart.

Traffic Alert/Happening Tonight: Crews will close various lanes and ramps along Route 9 in Platte County as part of a resurfacing project. Closures to begin tonight at 7pm. Expect delays in the area. For info, go to https://www.modot.org/node/22806

Project Update: Crews are making progress on the bridge replacement along MO Route 291 over Middle Big Creek! They're currently working on setting bridge steel reinforcement to prepare for a bridge deck pour currently scheduled for Thursday. The anticipated completion of this project is June 2021, weather permitting. This bridge is included in Gov. Mike Parson’s $351 million Focus on Bridges program, which will repair or replace 250 bridges across the state. To learn more about this bridge replacement, click here: https://www.modot.org/mo-291-over-middle-big-creek

Help Wanted: We are looking to hire an Equipment Technician in the Odessa, MO area. MoDOT offers a very competitive salary, plus excellent benefits. If interested, go to modot.org/careers

Crews will be conducting a bridge inspection of the flyover ramp from northbound I-35 to westbound I-70 on Tuesday, May 11. This inspection will require the closure of the ramp beginning at 9 a.m. until approximately 2 p.m. Motorists must find alternate routes.

Help Wanted: MoDOT KC is looking to hire 50+ Maintenance Workers. It's an effort to prepare for the upcoming spring maintenance season. Positions are available in Jackson, Platte, Ray, Clay, Pettis, Lafayette, Ray, Cass and Saline Counties. Competitive salary and full benefits. Applicants can go to modot.org/careers or call 816-607-2143.

In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, our offices are closed. We'll resume regular business hours on Tuesday. If you have the day off, we hope that you take part in National Day of Service, in which helping others is the mission. Be safe. Be smart.

Winter Weather/Traffic Alert: Temps are starting to dip causing wet roads to refreeze. Plz continue to drive with caution. Slow down & stay alert - especially on bridges & overpasses. Our crews will be out putting down material. Give them room. Be safe. Be smart.

Winter Weather Update: Our crews are out, but winter conditions in some areas are hazardous. High winds blowing snow around means poor visibility, and conditions can change quickly. Use extra caution if you MUST travel today! Buckle up and take it slow. traveler.modot.org

Update: All lanes are back open. Thanks for your patience. ***** I-29 ALERT: All southbound lanes of I-29 are CLOSED past mile marker 117 in Atchison County due to a crash. These SB lanes are also CLOSED in Iowa due to winter weather. Please find an alternate route if you must travel in these hazardous conditions.... traveler.modot.org

Winter Weather/Traffic Alert: Good morning Kansas City! So far so good regarding the roads. But things are expected to change as the morning progresses. If you plan to head out, check on road conditions at traveler.modot.org Know before you go! Be safe.

Winter Weather/Traffic Alert: During the overnight hours, snow and high winds will be in effect. Please use caution if you have to drive. Be safe. Be smart.

On this day and every day, we salute our veterans here at MoDOT and those vets across this great land. We recognize and appreciate your valor, service and sacrifice. For that, we say thank you. In addition, our offices are closed in observance of today's holiday. We'll resume regular business hours, tomorrow. Be safe. Be smart. Be kind.

We will host an ONLINE public meeting beginning on Monday, Nov. 16, until Wednesday, Dec. 2, regarding crossover improvements in Marshall Junction. Click below for details. https://www.modot.org/i-70-and-us-65-interchange

This week is Traffic Incident Response Awareness Week. MoDOT is fortunate to be a part of Kansas City Scout, a bi-state traffic management center shared between MoDOT and KDOT! Our emergency response crews put their own safety on the line every day to attend to traffic incidents on our roadways. Help us get everyone home safely - buckle up, put your phone down, and keep your eyes on the road. #buckleupphonedown

Public Hearing Notice: MoDOT will be accepting public comments beginning Monday, Nov. 9 through Friday, Dec 4, for the planned intersection improvement project at Route H and 100th St. in Clay County, MO. We want to hear from you regarding this project. Please take a look at the preliminary plans, ask questions and leave your comments by clicking on the link---> https://www.modot.org/route-h-and-100th-st-improvement-proj

Thank You!! Because of your safe driving, we went the entire month of October without an incident involving any MoDOT vehicles on the road. Keep up the great work. Our safety depends on you. Be safe. Be smart.

Traffic Alert: Tonight, crews will close one lane of northbound I-435 between Front St. and Route 210 from 7pm until 5am tomorrow morning. The closure will happen again Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. This is all for bridge work. Info---> https://www.modot.org/node/21335

Safety Reminder: Please be on the lookout for kids trick or treating on Halloween night. Look for them especially near intersections and crosswalks. Be safe. Be smart.

Urgent Repair Work: Crews with the Independence Water Dept. will be repairing a water valve @ Truman Rd. & Marsh Ave. today (9a-5p). EB lanes will be closed. EB traffic will be moved to a WB lane. Please plan ahead and be careful in this work zone. Be safe. Be smart.

Friendly reminder that comments regarding MoDOT's plans to replace the U.S. 50 bridges over Chipman Rd. in Lee's Summit are due by 11/4/2020. Plans and project information are available on the project webpage here: www.modot.org/us-50-over-chipman-rd Those interested are encouraged to review the materials on the project webpage and submit their comments and questions via the webform on the project page.

Traffic/Construction Alert: Crews will soon begin rehab work on the Route J over Crooked River Bridge in Ray County. Work will begin Tuesday, Nov. 10. Motorists should look for posted detours in the area... For more info--->https://www.modot.org/node/21283

Help Wanted: MoDOT in the Kansas City District has several new and exciting job opportunities. If you or someone you know is looking for full-time work with endless possibilities and full benefits, please consider these positions; Land Survey Series - deadline to apply 11/6/20 Right of Way Technician - deadline to apply 11/4/20 Right of Way Specialist Series - deadline to apply 11/4/20 ... District Utilities Engineer - deadline to apply 11/4/20 If interested, click on the link---> https://www.modot.org/kansas-city-district-career-opportuni

Safety Reminder: Now is the time to get an emergency kit prepared for your vehicle. You'll want to be ready in case you're stranded on the road. The most important items to have; jumper cables, first aid kit, phone charger, blanket, hat, gloves, etc. Be prepared, Be safe. Be smart.

Starting today, Tues. 10/27, MoDOT will be hosting an ONLINE public hearing until Tues. 11/17, regarding corridor improvements along U.S. 24 in Independence, MO between MO Route 291 and River Blvd. This is a MoDOT project in partnership with the City of Independence, MO. To view project plans or to leave comments ONLINE (between Oct. 27 and Nov. 17), visit this link: https://www.modot.org/us-24-corridor-improvements. Please ensure you use the comment form available on the website provided above to leave comments for this hearing.

Traffic/Winter Weather Alert: There’s snow in the forecast for the greater Kansas City area. We’ll be bringing in crews tonight and tomorrow morning. Please give them room to work. Don’t crowd the plow. Be safe. Be smart.