We are still on track to get traffic back into its original configuration in both directions before the end of the year. Remember, though, that we do have some resurfacing work on I-44 in that area that will not take place until next spring. That will completely wrap up the project. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
Yes, we are working through that process. Most likely, we will have to get a new camera from the OxBlue contractor and then work with our team to schedule to get it replaced. That can take a bit, especially considering the extra precautions that our team needs to take due to the pandemic. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
Although Big Bend isn't a state-maintained roadway, the right turn lane, most likely, got the blinking yellow arrow to make sure that they watched for any pedestrians crossing the roadway -- in which case the right turning traffic would yield to pedestrians. I have passed your concern about the Jefferson left turn lanes along to our construction team -- they will take a look to see if they can make some adjustments until they get that work done to open those lanes next month Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
Law enforcement gathers data on crashes and often determines the cause of said crashes. If we do a study on an area, usually for an upcoming project, we pull that information to determine number (although not necessarily causes). At this time, I don't believe that is an area we have evaluated recently. I would surmise that the crashes you reference would be due to someone trying to move between the lanes on southbound I-270 and I-55, and perhaps not paying attention. In the morning, you might have some sunshine slowdowns that might add to the mix. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
Except in the city of St. Louis (where the city pays for the lighting), policy for lighting along interstates is that we light only at the interchanges -- where people will be moving or off the roadway. For the remainder of the interstates, vehicle headlights give an adequate view of the roadway ahead. Considering the amount of available funding and the huge list of projects that the department has to maintain the system, that is unlikely to change in the future. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
Typically, the priority depends on the type of issue, and what the potential impact of that issue is. Usually, we have a team that investigates the report that day and makes an assessment based on the type of issue, where it is, and what kind of impact is anticipated. If it looks like a good sized pothole on a major route, it could get called in to be repaired that day. Otherwise, it will be added to the list of various projects that our team has to work on and gets addressed, based on the priority. Some repairs require scheduling a contractor to do the work (this is often work like major concrete repairs, guard rail or barrier cable repairs) -- this has to be worked into their schedules. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
Yes, it is open. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
That typically depends on the height of the raised area. Most of the time, they are typically not high enough to make grinding an effective option (and sometimes, there is something underneath the raised area that might require repairs).. However, if there are spots that you think have significant raised sections, we can always ask the maintenance team to take a look at them. Andrew Gates, MODOT Communications
Next week, due to Thanksgiving, we are planning to do Road Crew a day earlier. Although Wednesday isn't a holiday, there is enough traffic on that day that having our chat Tuesday might be helpful for the traveling public. Andrew Gates, MoDOT Communications
