Route Z in Stoddard County reduced for bridge repairs

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Route Z in Stoddard County will be reduced to one lane today and Wednesday while Missouri Department of Transportation crews make bridge repairs. The first bridge is between County Road 779 and Highway 153. The second bridge is between County Road 717 and County Road 721. Weather permitting, work will be done from 7 a.m. 3 p.m. daily. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use caution while traveling near the area. For more information, contact MoDOT's Customer Service Center at 888-275-6636.