Traffic Alert Archives

Driving lane of westbound I-70 open as crews continue work on Sorrels Overpass

October 20, 2021 6:13 AM Ben Fein

westbound I-70 is now open as work continues on the Sorrels Overpass, with the passing lane now being closed according to a Tweet from MODOT.

MoDOT set to demolish Sorrels Overpass but exact timeline is still in the works

October 19, 2021 8:37 AM Meghan Drakas

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) MoDOT said it’s set to demolish the Sorrels Overpass as soon as possible after a crash that damaged the bridge on Monday. According to MoDOT crews at the Overpass on Tuesday morning, the department is scheduled to meet this morning to talk about further action on the overpass. MoDOT wasn’t able

MoDOT’s planned work on Sorrels Overpass moved up after I-70 crash Monday

October 19, 2021 7:31 AM Zola Crowder

The Missouri Department of Transportation has been planning to rebuild the Sorrels Overpass in 2022.

Officials break ground on new I-70 bridge over Missouri River

October 12, 2021 5:25 AM Meghan Drakas

Watch the groundbreaking in the player below. ROCHEPORT, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Transportation marked the start of construction on the new Missouri River bridge near Rocheport with a ceremonial groundbreaking Tuesday. The ceremony took place at the Les Bourgeois Vineyards Bistro terrace, which overlooks the Missouri River and the current bridge. Speakers included:

Car crashes into attached garage in west Columbia

October 1, 2021 8:24 AM Zachary Farwell

Boone County dispatchers sent a public alert at 7:55 a.m. saying crews are working a crash at West Ash Street and Clinkscales Road. An ABC 17 News reporter saw a car partially covered with a tarp that had crashed into an attached garage.

Overnight road work to affect I-70 traffic in preparation for Rocheport Bridge construction

September 9, 2021 4:14 AM Ben Fein

The Missouri Department of Transportation is set to begin work on I-70 Thursday, in preparations for construction of the Rocheport Bridge.

Water main break shuts down one lane of Broadway in Columbia

August 24, 2021 7:51 AM Molly Stawinoga

Maintenance crews were pumping water out of a large hole in the ground near Bourne Avenue

SEVERE WEATHER UPDATES: Outages reported across mid-Missouri, trees down block road in Columbia

August 12, 2021 4:55 PM Karl Wehmhoener

A storm coming through mid-Missouri has caused several power outages and blown over trees have blocked a road in Columbia. According to the Boone County Joint Communications, drivers should choose an alternate route on Rock Quarry Rd between Grindstone and Stadium closed due to several trees down in the road. Boone County Joint Communications is

Semi-truck crashes into bridge at Interstate 70/Highway 63 connector

July 30, 2021 8:17 AM Ben Fein

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Crews are working to clear the eastbound lanes of Interstate 70 after a semi-truck crashed into the bridge at the Highway 63 connector, according to Boone County Joint Communication’s Twitter. BCJC first sent an alert about the crash shortly after 4:30 a.m. Friday. Officials also tweeted just before 8 a.m. Friday that

Stadium Boulevard roadwork impacting I-70 ramps through Thursday

July 27, 2021 6:10 AM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Missouri Department of Transportation’s project to improve the driving surface of Stadium Boulevard in Columbia is impacting entrance and exit ramps on I-70 throughout the week. The I-70 eastbound exit ramp and the westbound entrance ramp were closed Monday night through the morning and will be closed again Tuesday starting at 7

Boone County officials report water over multiple roads Friday morning

July 16, 2021 6:01 AM Molly Stawinoga

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) As rain continued to fall Friday morning, Boone County Joint Communications sent alerts about road impacts. Officials posted to Twitter shortly before 5:45 a.m. Friday, saying water was over the roadway on Clark Lane at the intersection with Dawn Ridge. BCJC asked drivers to use caution and avoid the area if possible.

Traffic delayed on southbound Highway 63 in Columbia after crash

July 13, 2021 8:57 AM Molly Stawinoga

The crash happened around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Stadium Boulevard project continues near Columbia Mall

July 13, 2021 5:49 AM Zola Crowder

The Missouri Department of Transportation’s project to improve the driving surface of Stadium Boulevard in Columbia has moved into its next phase this week.

Drivers along the Missouri River Bridge in Jefferson City could see delays starting Tuesday night

July 6, 2021 3:36 AM Meghan Drakas

MoDOT will be making improvements as part of a rehabilitation project to both directions of Highways 54 and 63 along the bridge.

What you need to know ahead of Salute to America kick-off in Jefferson City Friday

July 2, 2021 4:31 AM Meghan Drakas

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Salute to America events are set to kick off at noon on Friday and the city is offering multiple areas of parking for attendees. This year, Salute to America is celebrating Missouri’s bicentennial with events including carnival games, live music, a parade and axe throwing. The opening ceremony will begin

Intersection of Route K, Sinclair Road and Old Plank Road closing Monday

June 7, 2021 4:24 AM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The intersection of Route K at Sinclair Road and Old Plank Road will be closed starting Monday through August 16, weather permitting, for construction of a single-lane roundabout. During the closure, Sinclair Road will be inaccessible from Route K. However, drivers will be able to access Old Plank Road from the west side of the intersection using

Intersection of Route K, Sinclair Road and Old Plank Road to close until fall for roundabout construction

June 2, 2021 3:27 PM Karl Wehmhoener

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A contractor for the City of Columbia will close the intersection of Route K at Sinclair Road and Old Plank Road for the construction of a single-lane roundabout. The intersection will be closed between June 7 and August 16, weather permitting, for construction of the roundabout. The roundabout is expected to be

True/False Film Festival prepared for rain or shine

May 5, 2021 3:50 PM Zola Crowder

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The annual True/False Film Festival starts Wednesday at Stephens Lake Park this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, with an outside location, the weather is a concern throughout the weekend. Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau spokeswoman Megan McConachie, said there are plans in place in case the weather does not cooperate,

MoDOT Central District sign and a filled pothole.

MoDOT crews to start patching potholes along Stadium Boulevard in Columbia

April 26, 2021 4:15 AM Zach Boetto

Crews will be focusing on Stadium Boulevard between I-70 and Highway 63.

Pedestrian hit on Highway 40 in Boone County

April 25, 2021 9:41 PM Lucas Geisler

BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) UPDATE: The Missouri State Highway Patrol identified the victim as 40 year old Brandon Inman of Parsons, Tenn. The crash report says Inman suffered serious injuries in the crash. ORIGINAL: One person is in the hospital after a vehicle hit them near the Midway Travel Plaza Sunday night around 9 p.m.