MoDOT - Missouri Department of Transportation

08/25/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/25/2026 07:18

Lane closures on NB and SB MO 291 in Lee's Summit for signal work, TODAY

JACKSON COUNTY - The Missouri Department of Transportation will conduct various closures and traffic modifications on Missouri Route 291 for signal work. All work is weather permitting. See below for traffic modifications:

(TODAY) Tuesday, August 25 at 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • Close the right lane on NB 291 from SE Oldham to South of Blue Parkway.
  • Close the right lane on SB 291 from Bayberry to 50 Highway.

Additional traffic modifications in the area: REVISED: Closures on MO 291 and U.S. 50 in Lee's Summit for bridge replacement operations | Missouri Department of Transportation

This is part of a larger project at MO 291N and U.S. 50, which includes bridge replacement, road realignment, and ADA improvements from SE 7th Terrace to SE Oldham Parkway in Lee's Summit with a completion date of January 2027. To learn more about the project visit: Missouri Route 291 North and U.S. Route 50 Interchange Improvements in Jackson | Missouri Department of Transportation

Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make quick repairs or remove debris form the roadway.

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