By MATT PIKE
The St. Joseph double decker bridge on I-229 is due for for its biannual inspection and will be closed beginning on September 28th while crews complete that inspection.
For the safety of drivers and crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation, the double decker bridge and all ramps between U.S. Route 36 and Highland Avenue will close at 6:30am on Monday, September 28th and are scheduled to reopen by 9am on Friday, October 2nd once the inspection is complete.
During the week-long closure, MoDOT engineers will inspect the bridge, maintenance crews will complete general bridge and sign maintenance, and electricians will make lighting repairs. All work is weather permitting, and schedules are subject to change. Motorists are encouraged to utilize U.S. Route 36 and I-29 during the closure.
MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones.
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