Franklin County, MO – Drivers in Franklin County may need a few extra minutes today as the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) closes a stretch of Route FF between Elmwood and Weida for scheduled work.
According to MoDOT, the single-day closure is in place today, Monday, November 24, with crews shutting down the roadway from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The agency reported that the closure is necessary to complete maintenance in the area, and message boards have already been posted along the route to notify the public.
MoDOT said both directions of Route FF will be fully blocked during the repair window. Local residents and commuters traveling through this part of Franklin County should plan ahead, especially during the morning and afternoon travel periods. Drivers may need to use nearby county roads or alternate state routes to reach destinations in the Union and Washington areas.
The closure affects a rural but frequently used stretch of Route FF that connects neighborhoods east of Union to surrounding communities. Traffic impacts will vary depending on morning and midday volume, but MoDOT expects delays and encourages travelers to allow additional time.
While no detour route has been formally published, message boards in the area are directing motorists around the closure. MoDOT also advises anyone using navigation apps to check for real-time updates before heading out.
Work is scheduled to conclude by 3:30 p.m., and the roadway is expected to reopen in time for evening traffic unless weather or unforeseen conditions delay completion.
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