State of Missouri

01/13/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/13/2026 13:13

REVISED: Ramp closures on I-70 and MO 9 in Jackson County for guardrail device …

REVISED: JACKSON COUNTY - The Missouri Department of Transportation will be conducting guardrail device repairs at locations on I-70 and Missouri Route 9. All work is weather permitting.

See below for traffic modifications:

Fri., Jan. 16 at 9 p.m. (revised from 7 p.m.) until Sat., Jan. 17 at 12 p.m. (revised from 6 a.m.)

  • Crews will CLOSE the southbound MO 9 exit ramp at 3rd St. onto westbound and eastbound I-70/I-35.
  • Crews will CLOSE I-70 eastbound ramp to I-35/I-29 northbound and the I-70 EB ramp to Independence Ave.

Motorists are reminded to slow down and pay attention while driving in work zones. Not all work zones look alike. Work zones can be moving operations, such as striping, patching, or mowing. They can also be short-term, temporary lane closures to make repairs or remove debris from the roadway.

For more information about MoDOT news, projects or events, please visit our website at //www.modot.org/kansascity. For instant updates, follow MoDOT_KC on X, or share posts and comments on our Facebook at www.facebook.com/MoDOT.KansasCity/. MoDOT Kansas City maintains more than 7,000 miles of state roadway in nine counties. Sign up online for workzone updates or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636).

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