Temporary traffic lights have been erected on east U.S. 160 near West Plains Elementary School, seen in the background of this photo, while Missouri Department of Transportation crews begin a monthslong project to replace culverts and add a southbound turn lane at the intersection with BB Highway. U.S. 160 has been reduced to one lane with a 10-foot width restriction with work anticipated to wrap up Oct. 1, said MoDOT officials. The temporary traffic signals are located near County Roads 2570 and 2730 and will guide traffic through the work zone, which is also marked with signs. Drivers should travel through the area with extreme care. For more information, call Resident Engineer Audie Pulliam at 417-469-2589 or MoDOT’s Customer Service line at 888-ASK-MODOT (888-275-6636), or go online to www.modot.org/southeast.
