2026 is going to be a historic year for Missouri roads with nearly 1,000 active work zones over the course of this construction season. We thank Governor Kehoe for his support in sharing this important safety message. Work with us, so we can all get home safely! ๐ง
It's #BUPD Day! Help us celebrate today by choosing to ALWAYS buckle your seat belt and put your phone down while driving. You can accept the challenge by visiting our website at https://t.co/mNYD6JaLUJ
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What is a road work โZipper Mergeโ???
Rather than merging early and creating a longer line in one lane, drivers continue in both lanes until the merge point, forming a โzipperโ pattern as they merge alternately. This also increases safety.
Missouri Route 19 in Dent County over Standing Rock Creek is now open! After consulting with the public, MoDOT successfully completed this project while keeping one lane of the bridge open.
See the project website for more info: https://t.co/NoTkbyFXEf
I had a great time meeting with the Associated Builders and Contractors, Emery Sapp and Sons, and @MoDOT to discuss the exciting projects they're working on along highways 70 and 64.
It's the law to slow down and, if you can do so safely, move over for MoDOT trucks with flashing lights. If you see signs indicating road work, adjust your speed and be mindful of what's ahead. Do your part in keeping you and our crews safe. ๐ง๐ค
Warmer weather is making a come back as we inch closer to spring and that means paving operations are resuming. Those traveling I-70 between Callaway County Routes J and M can again expect single-lane closures both east and westbound from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
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Itโs Crash Responder Safety Week! Help protect those who help protect others by SLOWING DOWN AND MOVING OVER for flashing red, blue & amber lights. Firefighters, EMS, law enforcement officers, road crews and tow truck drivers have dangerous jobs! Letโs help them stay safe.
#Mizzou is participating in @MoDOT's Buckle Up Phone Down campaign. Tigers Roar Responsibly by buckling up and limiting distracted driving.
Hear a message from President Choi about road safety:
Heads up, #MIZZOU fans! Improve I-70 construction is underway. There is no planned work for Homecoming Weekend but barrier walls, narrowed lanes, speed reductions, and extra Mizzou traffic could cause delays. Please pay attention in work zones. #improvei70
Drive with caution today as rain continues across much of the state. Find an alternate route if any road you encounter is submerged in water. Turn around, don't drown. Check for the most current road closures any time at https://t.co/fvVRsDlqzr ๐ง๐ง๏ธ
A day I wonโt soon forget as we broke ground on the expansion of I-70 in Columbia. Thanks to the vision of Sen. @lincolnhough, @cody4mo, & @GovParsonMO, the main artery of our state will be widened. Glad to have been a small part of this priority getting funded. #moleg
On June 10, MoDOT trucks were hit on MO-7 in Cass County. Because they were buckled, the employees in the trucks are okay. They were able to take quick action to evacuate before a fire engulfed the vehicles. Please watch out for our crews. Buckle up, phone down. #kctraffic#bupd
If youโre traveling during this #MemorialDay weekend, remember to plan ahead. Check the MoDOT Traveler Map to find out about road construction projects in Missouri โก๏ธ https://t.co/ZDpgnCDxwa
Obey the Speed Limit - Buckle Up - Avoid Distractions - Drive Sober
๐โ ๏ธ๐ทMowing season has begun!
Please be patient if you come up behind a follow truck warning of mowers ahead. They are there for everyoneโs safety!
Slow Down. Buckle Up. Phone Down. Pay attention to alert vehicles and signs.
So we ALL go home safe at the end of the day!
YOU play a critical role in work zone safety. ๐ง๐ท
As you approach one:
โฌ๏ธ Slow down and pay attention to directional signs.
๐ Be prepared to stop unexpectedly.
๐ฒ Remember, fines for speeding in work zones are often doubled.
#NWZAW#GoOrangeDay
Here are a few driving tips as we continue heading into the winter season. It's always a good idea to brush up on these before winter weather arrives ๐ฅถ You can also check current road conditions on the Traveler Information Map mobile app or by visiting https://t.co/fvVRsDlqzr โ๏ธ
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Drivers, when you see a stopped school bus, ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ and ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐. Children may not be aware of traffic and dart unexpectedly into the roadway. #SchoolBusSafetyWeek
If you plan on attending the big Mizzou and LSU game tomorrow, be responsible behind the wheel on the way there and on the way home. Buckle up, leave your phone at your side, and drive sober. Make the right choices ๐ป๐ฏ