MODOT Schedules Maintenance Work in Pettis and Johnson Counties

Brush cutting, pothole patching, and culvert replacement planned across multiple highways

Mar. 21, 2026 at 6:41pm

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The Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT) will be performing maintenance work in Johnson and Pettis counties starting on March 23rd. The work includes brush cutting on Johnson County Route DD, pothole patching on Missouri Highway 13, and culvert replacement on several sections of Missouri Highway 127. Flagging operations and road closures will be in effect during the work, which is weather permitting.

Why it matters

This routine maintenance work by MODOT helps keep major highways in the region safe and drivable for residents and travelers. The brush cutting, pothole patching, and culvert replacement projects address common issues that can impact traffic flow and vehicle safety if left unattended.

The details

In Johnson County, MODOT crews will be cutting brush along Route DD between Missouri Highway 23 and Missouri Highway 13 on Monday and Tuesday. Pothole patching will also take place on Missouri Highway 13 between Warrensburg and Route YY on Thursday, with flagging operations in effect. In Pettis County, culvert replacement work is scheduled on multiple sections of Missouri Highway 127, requiring full road closures on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday between various intersecting routes.

  • The maintenance work is scheduled to begin on March 23rd.
  • Brush cutting on Johnson County Route DD is planned for Monday and Tuesday.
  • Pothole patching on Missouri Highway 13 is scheduled for Thursday.
  • Culvert replacement on Missouri Highway 127 in Pettis County is planned for Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

The players

Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT)

The state agency responsible for maintaining and improving Missouri's transportation infrastructure, including highways, roads, and bridges.

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What’s next

Drivers should plan alternate routes and expect delays in the affected areas during the scheduled maintenance work.

The takeaway

This MODOT maintenance project demonstrates the ongoing efforts to keep major highways in central Missouri well-maintained and safe for all travelers, despite the temporary inconveniences of road closures and flagging operations.