The Missouri Department of Transportation is set to begin a project to repair the Highway 54 overpass in Jefferson City, which will result in lane closures and reduced speed limits. The project is expected to last 90 days, with lanes reduced to one in each direction. While all on-and-off ramps will remain open, traffic delays are expected, with lanes narrowed and limited to 35 miles per hour. The project aims to keep the 60-year-old bridges in good condition. Some concerns have been raised about the timing of the project coinciding with busy summer holidays, impacting traffic to popular destinations like the Lake of the Ozarks. Despite these concerns, MoDOT officials stress the importance of the project in maintaining infrastructure and preventing further delays in the future due to aging structures. Construction is contingent on permits from railroad utilities and weather conditions. MoDOT advises motorists to plan for delays and use caution while driving through the construction area.
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