Heavy traffic was reported early Sunday evening on U.S. 63 as it became a detour as part of the closure of I-44.
The detour for motorists and commercial motor carriers traveling westbound on I-44 is U.S. 63 to U.S. 60 to Route 360 to I-44. For eastbound travelers, the detour is Route 360 to U.S. 60 to U.S. 63 to I-44. It may continue through mid-week.
The Missouri Department of Transportation has put up barriers at the closures, as well as signs to mark the detours.
“We will continue to monitor this area until the floodwaters recede,” said MoDOT Central District Engineer David Silvester.
Other major road closures include U.S. 60 at Rogersville, which has one lane of traffic moving in each direction (head to head); and U.S. 61, which is closed north of Troy at the Cuivre River. Motorists must use alternate routes around U.S 61.
Drivers are encouraged to check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map, located at www.modot.org, or call the department’s toll free number, 1-888-ASK-MODOT, to get updated information on road conditions.
Motorists should take extra care in their travels during this time and never attempt to get around roadway barricades or drive across flooded roadways. MoDOT also recommends allowing extra travel time if detours are necessary.