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I-229 Double Decker bridge to temporarily close for maintenance

I-229 double decker bridge Interstate 229
Cameron Montemayor | News-Press NOW
An underneath view of the Interstate 229 double-decker bridge from Robidoux Landing in St. Joseph.
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Published 1:13 pm

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The Buchanan County Interstate 229 Double Decker bridge is scheduled to close beginning Monday, Aug. 25, for annual maintenance.

Road crews from the Missouri Department of Transportation will evaluate the bridge's structure, signage and lighting to ensure it is up to par for drivers this coming year.

The I-229 bridge, including all ramps and the north and southbound lanes, will be closed around the clock from Monday, Aug. 25, through Wednesday, Aug. 28, from Highland Avenue to U.S. Route 36.

MoDOT said drivers will need to seek an alternate route.

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