Residents can learn more about proposed changes to U.S. Route 60 between Springfield and Republic during a public meeting planned for Sept. 29 as the Missouri Department of Transportation advances a highway widening project expected to begin construction in mid-2028.
The meeting will take place from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Republic City Hall, 4221 S. Wilsons Creek Blvd., according to a community announcement. Transportation officials will provide information about the project, answer questions and accept public comments during the come-and-go event. No formal presentation is scheduled.
People may arrive at any time during the meeting to review plans and discuss the proposed improvements.
Those unable to attend can review project materials and exhibits
online through modot.org. Written comments may be submitted by mail, email or through the project website until Oct. 13.
Proposed improvements
The project covers U.S. Route 60 between the James River Freeway/Missouri Route 360 interchange and Farm Road 103.
Planned improvements include:
- Adding a shoulder lane in each direction on U.S. Route 60 between James River Freeway/Missouri Route 360 and Farm Road 103.
- Building a new signalized intersection at U.S. Route 60 and Farm Road 107 west of the current intersection.
- Modifying the Farm Road 164 intersection to allow right-in and right-out movements only.
- Managing access points and consolidating driveways, including the removal of crossover medians.
According to the announcement, the project's estimated cost is $7.64 million.
Expected traffic impacts
Motorists can expect periodic traffic changes during construction, including:
- Nighttime lane closures on U.S. Route 60.
- Narrowed lanes, traffic shifts and delays along U.S. Route 60.
- Traffic shifts on Farm Road 107.
Construction is scheduled to begin in mid-2028, according to the announcement.
Accommodations available
MoDOT said reasonable accommodations and translation services are available for those who need assistance participating in the public meeting. Requests should be made through the Southwest District Communications Office at 417-895-7600 by Sept. 22.
For additional information about the project, contact MoDOT's Springfield office at 417-895-7600 or visit modot.org.
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This article originally appeared on Springfield News-Leader: MoDOT's Route 60 widening plans head to public meeting in Republic
