Traffic delays expected in Newton County starting June 17

NEWTON COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM) -- Drivers can expect some traffic delays on U.S. Route 60 and Missouri Route 59 in Newton County beginning on June 17, 2024.

According to MoDOT, crews will be working on S. Route 60 from a point east of I-49 to Missouri Route 59 through Neosho and S. Route 60 from a point near Turtle Drive east nearly five miles to a point between Walleye Road and Wallaby Road east of Granby.

Traffic Impacts

• Traffic reduced to one lane where crews are working
• Work will be done during nighttime hours, 7 p.m.-7 a.m., Monday-Friday
• Expect delays during high traffic volume times
• Drivers may encounter flaggers controlling traffic where crews are working
• Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching work zone
• No signed detour
• Drivers should find alternate routes around work zone

Weather and construction delays could alter the work schedule.

For more information about road work in the area, click here .

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