MoDOT - Missouri Department of Transportation

08/24/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/24/2026 12:10

TRAFFIC ALERT: Ramp CLOSED at I-44 Exit 46 in Lawrence Co. for Guardrail Repair at Night Aug. 26

Where: Eastbound I-44-to-Missouri Route 39 on ramp (Exit 46) in Lawrence County at Mt. Vernon

When: 1 a.m.-4 a.m., Wednesday, August 26

What: Contractor crews will repair guardrail

Traffic Impacts:

  • Eastbound I-44-to-Missouri Route 39 off ramp (Exit 46) CLOSED to traffic
  • No signed detour
  • Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
  • Drivers should find alternate routes
  • Check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

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

For more information, call MoDOT in Springfield at 417-895-7600 or visit www.modot.org/southwest

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