I-55 in Scott County reduced for pavement repairs

Southbound Interstate 55 in Scott County will be reduced to one lane with a 16-foot width restriction as contractor crews underseal the pavement. This section of highway is from Route M at Scott City to Highway 77 at Benton, Mo. Weather permitting, the work will begin Tuesday at 7 a.m. and will last approximately six days. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area. For additional information, contact resident engineer Brian Holt at 243-0899 or MoDOT's Customer Service Center 888-275-6636, or visit www.modot.org/southeast.