Motorists traveling on Route 19 in Shannon County should prepare for temporary traffic restrictions as contractor crews begin seal coat operations to improve the roadway surface.
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) reports that the work will cover the stretch of Route 19 from Route 60 to Riverview Drive in Eminence. A 12-foot width restriction will be in place during the project.
Weather permitting, crews will be working daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., beginning Monday, July 7 through Thursday, July 24.
Seal coating is a maintenance technique used primarily on lower-traffic roads to extend pavement life. The process involves spraying a hot emulsion oil layer, applying finely crushed rock, and compacting the surface to create a durable, weather-resistant roadway. This cost-effective method enhances traction and can extend the life of a road by up to seven years.
MoDOT urges drivers to proceed with caution in the marked work zone.
For more information, contact Resident Engineer Don Hills at (417) 469-9028, call MoDOT’s Customer Service Center at 1-888-ASK-MODOT (1-888-275-6636), or visit www.modot.org/southeast.
