Politics & Government

I-270 Section Shut Down for Blasting on Tuesday

MoDOT is warning drivers to avoid I-270 during the morning and afternoon hours when blasting will occur and close the road for about 15 minutes at a time. It begins Tuesday and will last all week.

The  is warning drivers to  avoid Interstate 270 between Big Bend and Manchester roads this week due to rock blasting.

Beginning Tuesday, drivers should expect daily lane closures on I-270 between Big Bend Road and Manchester Road for about 15 minutes per blast throughout the workday and during the week.

The closures will take place at approximately 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m, MoDOT spokesperson Kara Price previously told Patch.

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During the closures, road crews will blast rock and then clear any debris from the interstate prior to reopening the lanes. However, closures may last longer than 15 minutes. Drivers advised to avoid that area from 9:50 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and then again from 1:15 p.m. to 2 p.m.

The closures are part of the  The portion of I-270 near I-44 will remain open this week, but in coming weeks the blasting will move farther south on I-270.

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The entire project will occur during this summer, the blasting will be done over the next few weeks and in segments between Manchester Road and I-44.

MoDOT will continue to send Patch updates as the blasting continues to head south on I-270.

Drivers should use caution and pay attention in these work zones. There has already been one 

Plus, police tell Patch 

For additonal info on road projects or on how to avoid the work zones, drivers can call 1-888-ASK-MODOT or visit www.modot.org.


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