Does anyone know of any long term plans to upgrade this corridor U.S 60 and 67 from Sikeston to Poplar Bluff and from Poplar Bluff to the Arkansas State Line to freeway, perhaps if Arkansas finished the U.S 67 freeway to the state line?
Also, I know Missouri was planning to finish the four lane from Route 158down to the state line had that sales tax passed back in August, but was it going to be an upgrade of the existing route, or would it have been on a new alignment with interchanges?
I think the 60 upgrade was proposed, but given the MoDOT money crunch, don't look for it to happen. Honestly, it's not bad now ... and I wish KY would build a few roads as nice as MO has in 60.
Quote from: jnewkirk77 on February 08, 2015, 09:32:34 PM
I think the 60 upgrade was proposed, but given the MoDOT money crunch, don't look for it to happen. Honestly, it's not bad now ... and I wish KY would build a few roads as nice as MO has in 60.
The U.S 60 corridor would only be upgraded to freeway between I-57 and Poplar Bluff in preparation for an eventual extension of I-57.
Arkansas' plans are to continue to upgrade US 67 as a freeway up to the MO state line - but not as an Interstate.
Quote from: adamlanfort on February 08, 2015, 10:02:36 PM
Quote from: jnewkirk77 on February 08, 2015, 09:32:34 PM
I think the 60 upgrade was proposed, but given the MoDOT money crunch, don't look for it to happen. Honestly, it's not bad now ... and I wish KY would build a few roads as nice as MO has in 60.
The U.S 60 corridor would only be upgraded to freeway between I-57 and Poplar Bluff in preparation for an eventual extension of I-57.
But that won't be happening any time soon, for the rea$on I mentioned above.
Even if there is road building money available other projects in Arkansas and Missouri are crying out for it. I-49 is arguably the biggest one.
Quote from: Stratuscaster on February 08, 2015, 10:54:47 PM
Arkansas' plans are to continue to upgrade US 67 as a freeway up to the MO state line - but not as an Interstate.
My understanding is it hasn't been decided yet as of last November about whether they will continue the freeway or not. And if they do continue the freeway, it will be just like the route south of Hoxie/Walnut Ridge. The only way it won't be an Interstate is if they upgrade the existing route.
If I were Arkansas, I'd continue the Interstate-grade freeway or at least build an expressway that could later be converted to Interstate standards on a new alignment. It would not be difficult for Missouri to extend I-57 southwest along the U.S 60/U.S 67 corridor, few upgrades would be needed, since most of the highway is already four-lane divided expressway/freeway.
Of course, they should be focusing on that big segment of I-49 before dealing with this.
Quote from: jnewkirk77 on February 09, 2015, 08:39:57 AM
Quote from: adamlanfort on February 08, 2015, 10:02:36 PM
Quote from: jnewkirk77 on February 08, 2015, 09:32:34 PM
I think the 60 upgrade was proposed, but given the MoDOT money crunch, don't look for it to happen. Honestly, it's not bad now ... and I wish KY would build a few roads as nice as MO has in 60.
The U.S 60 corridor would only be upgraded to freeway between I-57 and Poplar Bluff in preparation for an eventual extension of I-57.
But that won't be happening any time soon, for the rea$on I mentioned above.
https://standard-democrat.com/story/3020998.html
The overpass located off South Ingram in Sikeston is under construction on Monday, Dec. 11. Highway 60 from Sikeston to Poplar Bluff was designated as the future Interstate 57 by the U.S. Congress in 2017. Construction of this overpass off South Ingram is expected to be completed in late 2024.
Several years ago, with MoDOT's technical assistance, the city purchased the land required to create an interchange (overpass and on/off ramps) at Ingram Road and Highway 60, Douglass said.
The city received a Governor's Cost Share grant for $2 million of the $4 million needed to build the overpass. The Matthews and Boyer families also donated land for the outer road that connects Highway 61 (South Main Street) to the new overpass.
"The city of Sikeston and New Madrid County have partnered to build that outer road. MoDOT has begun construction on the overpass, and it is projected to be completed later in 2024," Douglass said.
MoDOT, according to Douglass, is now conducting a traffic study to investigate potential upgrades needed to allow access to future I-57 from I-55 in Sikeston to just west of Morehouse, Missouri.
Here is the present-day southern terminus of S. Ingram Rd. at Gen. George E. Day Pkwy. (US 60 is seen in the distance): https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8639963,-89.5671599,3a,75y,184.56h,72.8t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1s1RN0dfZDaw6WMXJXvZSl7g!2e0!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu. Here is the vicinity on US 60 where the new S. Ingram Rd. overpass is being constructed: https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8614704,-89.5666864,3a,75y,84.55h,90.48t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sGKz9mDZSkU2BMrCy3raKrg!2e0!7i16384!8i8192?entry=ttu. Although US 60 still has plenty of upgrading ahead of it before the corridor can become part of Interstate 57, I think the real trick will be realigning the present-day MO 114 intersection into a grade-separation or an interchange: https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8388665,-89.7162951,1370m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu.
Quote from: The Ghostbuster on December 14, 2023, 02:47:38 PM
Although US 60 still has plenty of upgrading ahead of it before the corridor can become part of Interstate 57, I think the real trick will be realigning the present-day MO 114 intersection into a grade-separation or an interchange: https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8388665,-89.7162951,1370m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu (https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8388665,-89.7162951,1370m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu).
More than likely what will happen is the portion of MO-114 south of US-60 is realigned into a frontage road east to Highway E/Benton St, then a interchange built there, for MO-114 to reconnect to the original alignment in downtown Morehouse. MO-114 north of US-60 will probably be cul-de-saced, with the portion west of Hwy E turned back to local control.
I'd be shocked if Missouri put up a separate overpass for MO-114, let alone an interchange.
Are they planning any major upgrades to the US 67 corridor north of Poplar Bluff? As for the US 60 corridor, I would suggest building a bypass around Mountain View, which is the only segment of US 60 between Republic and Poplar Bluff that is currently a five-lane undivided roadway.
There's a whole thread on this: https://www.aaroads.com/forum/index.php?topic=21289.0
Quote from: JREwing78 on December 14, 2023, 07:07:50 PM
Quote from: The Ghostbuster on December 14, 2023, 02:47:38 PM
Although US 60 still has plenty of upgrading ahead of it before the corridor can become part of Interstate 57, I think the real trick will be realigning the present-day MO 114 intersection into a grade-separation or an interchange: https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8388665,-89.7162951,1370m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu (https://www.google.com/maps/@36.8388665,-89.7162951,1370m/data=!3m1!1e3?entry=ttu).
More than likely what will happen is the portion of MO-114 south of US-60 is realigned into a frontage road east to Highway E/Benton St, then a interchange built there, for MO-114 to reconnect to the original alignment in downtown Morehouse. MO-114 north of US-60 will probably be cul-de-saced, with the portion west of Hwy E turned back to local control.
I'd be shocked if Missouri put up a separate overpass for MO-114, let alone an interchange.
The best thing to do would be to just build a diagonal alignment crossing over the new freeway. And more likely than not, an interchange would be built at Benton Street, but none for MO 114. Although if two partial interchanges are built as a compromise, then the one at MO 114 can be a NB/EB exit and a SB/WB entrance, with the opposite setup at Benton Street.
Quote from: The Ghostbuster on December 15, 2023, 01:56:56 PM
Are they planning any major upgrades to the US 67 corridor north of Poplar Bluff?
US-67 is 4 lane all the way back to Festus, (since 2011) just not interstate standard, what exactly were you looking for?
Quote from: edwaleni on December 15, 2023, 11:57:02 PM
Quote from: The Ghostbuster on December 15, 2023, 01:56:56 PM
Are they planning any major upgrades to the US 67 corridor north of Poplar Bluff?
US-67 is 4 lane all the way back to Festus, (since 2011) just not interstate standard, what exactly were you looking for?
Interstate 757, obviously
Quote from: ilpt4u on December 16, 2023, 11:11:54 AM
Quote from: edwaleni on December 15, 2023, 11:57:02 PM
Quote from: The Ghostbuster on December 15, 2023, 01:56:56 PM
Are they planning any major upgrades to the US 67 corridor north of Poplar Bluff?
US-67 is 4 lane all the way back to Festus, (since 2011) just not interstate standard, what exactly were you looking for?
Interstate 757, obviously
LOL.
I would wait until I-57 is done from Walnut Grove to Poplar Bluff and see if the AADT goes up for US-67 to Festus.
If it draws a large amount of truck traffic for St Louis, then perhaps some updates here and there. But that could be 10-15 years from now.
I-57 Funds in 2025 Budget. Will governor veto the item?
In the past budget, $2.0 for the Hannibal Bypass was vetoed.
"The day after $2 million was vetoed to fund the #HannibalBypass, this is US 61 in Hannibal today," Riggs wrote. "For bonus points, on a holiday weekend."
https://missouriindependent.com/2023/07/06/gop-legislative-leaders-wont-rule-out-overriding-missouri-governor-budget-vetoes/
https://www.missourinet.com/2024/06/14/governor-parson-says-there-will-be-missouri-budget-vetoes/
$60M for the US 67 upgrade to interstate status south of the US 160 interchange. I am not sure if this would include all remaining of the four phases of the project around Neeleyville.
$150M for I-57
https://standard-democrat.com/story/3048870.html
POPLAR BLUFF, Mo. — Gov. Mike Parson traveled to Poplar Bluff on Wednesday afternoon to sign a bill authorizing $150 million in new funds for Interstate 57. The funding will aid the ongoing effort to expand Highway 67 South into an interstate standard four lane thoroughfare.
The event was attended by the governor, Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe, state senators Lincoln Hough and Jason Bean, Missouri Speaker of the House Dean Plocher, state Rep. Hardy Billington, chairman of the Highway 67 Corporation Bill Robison and other state and local officials.
Also present were several counterparts in the Arkansas I-57 effort.
"One hundred fifty million dollars is historic," Greater Poplar Bluff Area Chamber of Commerce President Steve Halter told Robison.
On-going study to be completed and released end of 2024
https://www.modot.org/60corridorstudy
What is the study about?
To extend I-57, it will be necessary to upgrade U.S. 60 to interstate standards. The corridor includes many at-grade intersections in addition to multiple field entrances, median crossovers, and private driveways. MoDOT has initiated this study to take a preliminary look at options for upgrading the roadway to improve safety and traffic flow. Engineers will consider factors such as roadway capacity, local access, safety, environmental issues, and the movement of goods. The study is anticipated to be the first step in a multi-step process to upgrade U.S. 60.
What area is being studied?
This study includes an 11-mile section of U.S. 60 from the I-55/I-57/60 interchange on the east to County Road 593 on the west.
Phases 1b and 2? of the MoDOT US 67 Butler County project
(1): Job J9P3751 Route 67 BUTLER County. Upgrade to freeway, 3 bridges and 2 box culvert extensions from 2.0 miles south of Poplar Bluff to 4.5 miles south of Poplar Bluff, the total length of improvement being 2.504 miles.
(2): Job J9P3764 Route 67 BUTLER County. Upgrade to freeway from 1.5 mi. south of Route 158 near Harviell to County Road 338, the total length of improvement being 1.647 miles.
US 67 Butler County Ph 2 (https://www.modot.org/futureI57/phase2)
Quote from: splashflash on August 15, 2024, 09:40:58 AMPhases 1b and 2? of the MoDOT US 67 Butler County project
(1): Job J9P3751 Route 67 BUTLER County. Upgrade to freeway, 3 bridges and 2 box culvert extensions from 2.0 miles south of Poplar Bluff to 4.5 miles south of Poplar Bluff, the total length of improvement being 2.504 miles.
(2): Job J9P3764 Route 67 BUTLER County. Upgrade to freeway from 1.5 mi. south of Route 158 near Harviell to County Road 338, the total length of improvement being 1.647 miles.
US 67 Butler County Ph 2 (https://www.modot.org/futureI57/phase2)
Is one of these jobs closing the two at-grade intersections north of Route 158 by extending the frontage roads? Seems like a low hanging fruit, it should be done as part of the construction to the state line.
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Quote from: edwaleni on August 15, 2024, 02:25:39 PM(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53925502314_99c4b5c960_c.jpg)
Are these the bid notifications? When will phase 3 be let?
Quote from: I-39 on August 16, 2024, 09:57:51 AMQuote from: edwaleni on August 15, 2024, 02:25:39 PM(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53925502314_99c4b5c960_c.jpg)
Are these the bid notifications? When will phase 3 be let?
And Phase 4 for that matter?
J9P3663 - Phase 1B
J9P3971 - Phase 2
J9P3661 - Phase 3
The original lettings for the designs went on for bid back in March 2020.
The paving contract for Phase 1B was won by HR Quadri Contractors, LLC on May 20, 2022.
https://www.missouribids.com/bid-result/j9p3663___grading_and_pavement-11723829
Since Phase 2 & 3 are just getting their funding, I would assume it hasn't been let for bid yet. Phase 3 only goes as far as CR-272 south of Neelyville.
Phase 4 hasn't been formalized because there is no MOU between MoDOT and ARDOT on how the ROW's will meet. (At least none I can find)
Last I heard there is a sub-group of planners meeting on it.
Early MoDOT alignment plans had a proposed ROW up to the State Line, but there is no ARDOT equivalent.
Is there a plan by AR to connect its section of I-57 to MO's via concurrent construction like it did for I-49 on the Bella Vista Bypass? That would be great, and I hope it happens.
Quote from: Henry on August 16, 2024, 10:33:59 PMIs there a plan by AR to connect its section of I-57 to MO's via concurrent construction like it did for I-49 on the Bella Vista Bypass? That would be great, and I hope it happens.
Based on the current funding timings, it appears Missouri will get their funding in place before Arkansas does. Therefore one must assume MoDOT will have their work done as far as CR-252, south of Neelyville, but a couple of miles short of the state line.
Just like what occurred on the Bella Vista, there is a sub-group of MoDOT and ARDOT planners working on the details of the state line crossing.
But as noted MoDOT is ahead of ARDOT on many of the required permits and land acquisition.
ARDOT just got their ROW recommendation and is still having to go through public hearings and land acquisition activities. It is possible, that a land issue might preclude an agreement on the joint ROW.
I believe it was
@Rick Powell who shared that I-155 was delayed in Illinois for years over a land value squabble with a large farmer. They chose not to move the highway but pursue a lengthy legal process.
Lets hope that doesn't occur in this case.
Did someone say Phase 3 and 4? :biggrin:
QuoteMoDOT to Hold Public Hearing to Discuss Upgrading U.S. 67, Roundabout at C/V/160 in Butler County
SIKESTON-The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 to discuss phases 3 and 4 of the multi-phase project to upgrade U.S Route 67 in Butler County. Proposed plans for constructing a roundabout at Routes C and V and Route 160 will also be shared.
The hearing will be held at Neelyville Schools in the cafeteria, located at 289 Broadway St., Neelyville, Missouri.
Phase 3 of the U.S. 67 project includes future access at Neelyville, Missouri and upgrading an approximately five-mile section of U.S. 67 to four lanes from County Road 352 to near County Road 272. Phase 4 includes upgrading the last three-mile section of U.S. 67 to reach the Missouri/Arkansas state line. Right of way and easements will be acquired for this project.
With funds previously dedicated to the U.S. 67 corridor and the additional $60 million in funding from general revenue, a total of 7 miles of interstate-standard upgrades are now funded. This will bring the progress to Neelyville, Missouri and will allow a portion of phase 3 to be constructed.
"Currently, we have funding for phases 1B and 2, which will tentatively be let in September 2024," said MoDOT Project Manager Tim Pickett. "The next segment that's funded for construction extends from County Road 352 to near Neelyville. This project will include upgrading the segment to four lanes and possible access upgrades at Neelyville. Tentatively, this could be let as early as March 2026."
Pickett explained once the 7 miles of funded upgrades are completed, 4.5 miles will remain to reach the Missouri/Arkansas state line.
During the meeting, construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Routes C and V and Route 160 in Butler County will be discussed. This intersection is located west of the Route 160/158 interchange south of Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
The public hearing will be open house style, and visitors can stop-by anytime between 4 and 7 p.m. to discuss the details of the projects with the project team.
For more information, please contact Pickett at (573) 472-9003 or MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636).
Quote from: mvak36 on August 20, 2024, 11:53:42 PMDid someone say Phase 3 and 4? :biggrin:
QuoteMoDOT to Hold Public Hearing to Discuss Upgrading U.S. 67, Roundabout at C/V/160 in Butler County
SIKESTON-The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 to discuss phases 3 and 4 of the multi-phase project to upgrade U.S Route 67 in Butler County. Proposed plans for constructing a roundabout at Routes C and V and Route 160 will also be shared.
The hearing will be held at Neelyville Schools in the cafeteria, located at 289 Broadway St., Neelyville, Missouri.
Phase 3 of the U.S. 67 project includes future access at Neelyville, Missouri and upgrading an approximately five-mile section of U.S. 67 to four lanes from County Road 352 to near County Road 272. Phase 4 includes upgrading the last three-mile section of U.S. 67 to reach the Missouri/Arkansas state line. Right of way and easements will be acquired for this project.
With funds previously dedicated to the U.S. 67 corridor and the additional $60 million in funding from general revenue, a total of 7 miles of interstate-standard upgrades are now funded. This will bring the progress to Neelyville, Missouri and will allow a portion of phase 3 to be constructed.
"Currently, we have funding for phases 1B and 2, which will tentatively be let in September 2024," said MoDOT Project Manager Tim Pickett. "The next segment that's funded for construction extends from County Road 352 to near Neelyville. This project will include upgrading the segment to four lanes and possible access upgrades at Neelyville. Tentatively, this could be let as early as March 2026."
Pickett explained once the 7 miles of funded upgrades are completed, 4.5 miles will remain to reach the Missouri/Arkansas state line.
During the meeting, construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Routes C and V and Route 160 in Butler County will be discussed. This intersection is located west of the Route 160/158 interchange south of Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
The public hearing will be open house style, and visitors can stop-by anytime between 4 and 7 p.m. to discuss the details of the projects with the project team.
For more information, please contact Pickett at (573) 472-9003 or MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636).
So if I'm understanding this, only half of phase 3 will be built, roughly up to Route 142? What about the rest of the road?
Quote from: I-39 on August 21, 2024, 08:11:33 AMQuote from: mvak36 on August 20, 2024, 11:53:42 PMDid someone say Phase 3 and 4? :biggrin:
QuoteMoDOT to Hold Public Hearing to Discuss Upgrading U.S. 67, Roundabout at C/V/160 in Butler County
SIKESTON-The Missouri Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 to discuss phases 3 and 4 of the multi-phase project to upgrade U.S Route 67 in Butler County. Proposed plans for constructing a roundabout at Routes C and V and Route 160 will also be shared.
The hearing will be held at Neelyville Schools in the cafeteria, located at 289 Broadway St., Neelyville, Missouri.
Phase 3 of the U.S. 67 project includes future access at Neelyville, Missouri and upgrading an approximately five-mile section of U.S. 67 to four lanes from County Road 352 to near County Road 272. Phase 4 includes upgrading the last three-mile section of U.S. 67 to reach the Missouri/Arkansas state line. Right of way and easements will be acquired for this project.
With funds previously dedicated to the U.S. 67 corridor and the additional $60 million in funding from general revenue, a total of 7 miles of interstate-standard upgrades are now funded. This will bring the progress to Neelyville, Missouri and will allow a portion of phase 3 to be constructed.
"Currently, we have funding for phases 1B and 2, which will tentatively be let in September 2024," said MoDOT Project Manager Tim Pickett. "The next segment that's funded for construction extends from County Road 352 to near Neelyville. This project will include upgrading the segment to four lanes and possible access upgrades at Neelyville. Tentatively, this could be let as early as March 2026."
Pickett explained once the 7 miles of funded upgrades are completed, 4.5 miles will remain to reach the Missouri/Arkansas state line.
During the meeting, construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Routes C and V and Route 160 in Butler County will be discussed. This intersection is located west of the Route 160/158 interchange south of Poplar Bluff, Missouri.
The public hearing will be open house style, and visitors can stop-by anytime between 4 and 7 p.m. to discuss the details of the projects with the project team.
For more information, please contact Pickett at (573) 472-9003 or MoDOT's Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636).
So if I'm understanding this, only half of phase 3 will be built, roughly up to Route 142? What about the rest of the road?
I guess they'll apply for federal grants?
They have posted the meeting materials from last week's meeting.
Handout: https://www.modot.org/sites/default/files/documents/Handout_67%20Butler%20County_Phases%203%20and%204_Sept%202024_2.pdf
Project Website (has the bigger size drawings of the ones shown in page 2 of the handout): https://www.modot.org/futureI57
Quote from: mvak36 on September 17, 2024, 07:49:05 AMThey have posted the meeting materials from last week's meeting.
Handout: https://www.modot.org/sites/default/files/documents/Handout_67%20Butler%20County_Phases%203%20and%204_Sept%202024_2.pdf
Project Website (has the bigger size drawings of the ones shown in page 2 of the handout): https://www.modot.org/futureI57
Thanks for posting this. That answers a lot of questions.
https://www.modot.org/node/56727
QuoteA $26,443,934 contract was awarded to H.R. Quadri Contractors, LLC, for the addition of outer roads and lanes to upgrade Route 67 to freeway standards in Butler County. The new outer roads and lanes will be constructed at the following locations:
County Road 338 south to County Road 352, and;
County Road 360 to County Road 338.
MoDOT initiated a study for the 11-mile section of U.S. Route 60 from the I-55/I-57/US 60 interchange in Sikeston, Missouri to County Road 593 to extend Interstate 57 from I-55 in Sikeston, Missouri to Little Rock, Arkansas. This project is currently unfunded for construction.
MoDOT will hold a public meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 to discuss the Route 60 conceptual study in New Madrid and Scott Counties. The meeting will be held at MoDOT's Southeast District Office, located at 2675 North Main Street in Sikeston, Missouri....
U.S. Route 60 currently runs east-west across southern Missouri. The segment of interest is a four-lane divided highway running from I-55 and I-57 near Sikeston west to Poplar Bluff. This roadway carries between 9,600 and 15,300 vehicles per day, including 3,600 trucks. There is interest in extending I-57 west from its current terminus at I-55 along U.S. 60 to Poplar Bluff and then south on U.S. 67 to the Arkansas border. The ultimate goal is to complete I-57 from I-55 in Sikeston, Missouri to Little Rock, Arkansas.
To extend I-57, it will be necessary to upgrade U.S. 60 to interstate standards. The corridor includes many at-grade intersections in addition to multiple field entrances, median crossovers, and private driveways. MoDOT has initiated this study to take a preliminary look at options for upgrading the roadway to improve safety and traffic flow. Engineers will consider factors such as roadway capacity, local access, safety, environmental issues, and the movement of goods. The study is anticipated to be the first step in a multi-step process to upgrade U.S. 60 to I-57.
Missouri DOT website Future I-57 Conversion of U.S. Route 60 Conceptual Study in New Madrid and Scott Counties (https://www.modot.org/60corridorstudy)
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Quote from: FutureInterstateCorridors on December 15, 2024, 10:52:30 PMMoDOT initiated a study for the 11-mile section of U.S. Route 60 from the I-55/I-57/US 60 interchange in Sikeston, Missouri to County Road 593 to extend Interstate 57 from I-55 in Sikeston, Missouri to Little Rock, Arkansas. This project is currently unfunded for construction.
MoDOT will hold a public meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 to discuss the Route 60 conceptual study in New Madrid and Scott Counties. The meeting will be held at MoDOT's Southeast District Office, located at 2675 North Main Street in Sikeston, Missouri....
U.S. Route 60 currently runs east-west across southern Missouri. The segment of interest is a four-lane divided highway running from I-55 and I-57 near Sikeston west to Poplar Bluff. This roadway carries between 9,600 and 15,300 vehicles per day, including 3,600 trucks. There is interest in extending I-57 west from its current terminus at I-55 along U.S. 60 to Poplar Bluff and then south on U.S. 67 to the Arkansas border. The ultimate goal is to complete I-57 from I-55 in Sikeston, Missouri to Little Rock, Arkansas.
To extend I-57, it will be necessary to upgrade U.S. 60 to interstate standards. The corridor includes many at-grade intersections in addition to multiple field entrances, median crossovers, and private driveways. MoDOT has initiated this study to take a preliminary look at options for upgrading the roadway to improve safety and traffic flow. Engineers will consider factors such as roadway capacity, local access, safety, environmental issues, and the movement of goods. The study is anticipated to be the first step in a multi-step process to upgrade U.S. 60 to I-57.
Missouri DOT website Future I-57 Conversion of U.S. Route 60 Conceptual Study in New Madrid and Scott Counties (https://www.modot.org/60corridorstudy)
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I looked at my atlas, and didn't see that US 60 went through New Madrid county. It appears to go through Scott, Stoddard, Butler, and possibly Mississippi counties in Missouri.
As the website stated, there will be a public information meeting on Thursday from 4-6 PM. Hopefully, the PIM will give us more information about what they plan to do along the US 60 corridor between Poplar Bluff and Sikeston.
Quote from: Life in Paradise on December 16, 2024, 12:58:08 PMQuote from: FutureInterstateCorridors on December 15, 2024, 10:52:30 PMMoDOT initiated a study for the 11-mile section of U.S. Route 60 from the I-55/I-57/US 60 interchange in Sikeston, Missouri to County Road 593 to extend Interstate 57 from I-55 in Sikeston, Missouri to Little Rock, Arkansas. This project is currently unfunded for construction.
MoDOT will hold a public meeting from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 to discuss the Route 60 conceptual study in New Madrid and Scott Counties. The meeting will be held at MoDOT's Southeast District Office, located at 2675 North Main Street in Sikeston, Missouri....
U.S. Route 60 currently runs east-west across southern Missouri. The segment of interest is a four-lane divided highway running from I-55 and I-57 near Sikeston west to Poplar Bluff. This roadway carries between 9,600 and 15,300 vehicles per day, including 3,600 trucks. There is interest in extending I-57 west from its current terminus at I-55 along U.S. 60 to Poplar Bluff and then south on U.S. 67 to the Arkansas border. The ultimate goal is to complete I-57 from I-55 in Sikeston, Missouri to Little Rock, Arkansas.
To extend I-57, it will be necessary to upgrade U.S. 60 to interstate standards. The corridor includes many at-grade intersections in addition to multiple field entrances, median crossovers, and private driveways. MoDOT has initiated this study to take a preliminary look at options for upgrading the roadway to improve safety and traffic flow. Engineers will consider factors such as roadway capacity, local access, safety, environmental issues, and the movement of goods. The study is anticipated to be the first step in a multi-step process to upgrade U.S. 60 to I-57.
Missouri DOT website Future I-57 Conversion of U.S. Route 60 Conceptual Study in New Madrid and Scott Counties (https://www.modot.org/60corridorstudy)
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I looked at my atlas, and didn't see that US 60 went through New Madrid county. It appears to go through Scott, Stoddard, Butler, and possibly Mississippi counties in Missouri.
Going by Google Maps, US 60 from the 55/57/60 interchange to just east of the 60/MO 114 crossing is in the northern edge of New Madrid County
County Line Rd/Lynual St (broken up by US 60) is the county line near the I-55 interchange