City of Columbia, MO
05/01/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/01/2026 12:49
Lane shifts and closures to affect several Columbia streets, May 4-5
P.O. BOX 6015
COLUMBIA, MO 65205
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 1, 2026
CONTACT: John Ogan
Public Information Specialist
Public Works
City of Columbia
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573.239.1837
Lane shifts and closures to affect several Columbia streets, May 4-5
(COLUMBIA, MO) - Road work will affect traffic on multiple Columbia streets May 4-5, 2026.
East Green Meadows Road and Veterans United Parkway, May 4-5
On May 4-5, Engineering Surveys and Services will perform pavement testing on East Green Meadows Road and Veterans United Parkway on behalf of the City of Columbia Public Works department. The work is part of preparation for a future capital improvement project, with construction anticipated in 2027-28.
Work will begin at 5:30 a.m. and conclude by 7 p.m. each day. During this time, driving lanes will shift to allow traffic to use center turn lanes while testing is underway.
Drivers are urged to use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment.
East Walnut Street closure, May 5
Beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, May 5, Budrovich Crane will close East Walnut Street between North Sixth and North Seventh streets to place a rooftop air conditioning unit on the Columbia Police Department building.
The south sidewalk on this block of East Walnut Street will be closed. Pedestrians will be directed to safe crossing points.
Detour signage will be in place to guide drivers. Temporary no-parking zones will be posted within the closure area as needed.
Work is expected to be completed by 3 p.m., weather permitting.
East Green Meadows Road and Veterans United Parkway, May 4-5
On May 4-5, Engineering Surveys and Services will perform pavement testing on East Green Meadows Road and Veterans United Parkway on behalf of the City of Columbia Public Works department. The work is part of preparation for a future capital improvement project, with construction anticipated in 2027-28.
Work will begin at 5:30 a.m. and conclude by 7 p.m. each day. During this time, driving lanes will shift to allow traffic to use center turn lanes while testing is underway.
Drivers are urged to use caution in the area and watch for workers and equipment.
East Walnut Street closure, May 5
Beginning at 7 a.m. Tuesday, May 5, Budrovich Crane will close East Walnut Street between North Sixth and North Seventh streets to place a rooftop air conditioning unit on the Columbia Police Department building.
The south sidewalk on this block of East Walnut Street will be closed. Pedestrians will be directed to safe crossing points.
Detour signage will be in place to guide drivers. Temporary no-parking zones will be posted within the closure area as needed.
Work is expected to be completed by 3 p.m., weather permitting.
City of Columbia Vision
Columbia is the best place for everyone to live, work, learn and play.
City of Columbia Mission
To serve the public equitably through democratic, transparent and efficient government.
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