State of Missouri
01/16/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/16/2026 09:01
TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 86-to-Eastbound I-44 Ramp CLOSED for Guardrail Repair in J…
Where: Northbound Missouri Route 86 (Hearnes Boulevard)-to-eastbound I-44 on ramp (Exit 6) in Joplin
When: 8 p.m.-10 p.m., Monday, January 19
What: Contractor crews making repairs to guardrail
Traffic Impacts:
- Northbound Route 86 (Hearnes Boulevard)-to-eastbound I-44 on ramp (Exit 6) in Joplin CLOSED
- Drivers should watch for crews and equipment working close to traffic
- Drivers urged to find alternate routes
- Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the closure
- Check MoDOT's Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could 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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