Why is MoDOT doing this project?
The cities of Belton and Raymore are teaming with Cass County and the Missouri Department of Transportation to build a new interchange on Route 71 two miles south of Route 58. The North Cass Parkway interchange will provide Belton, Raymore, Peculiar and much of northern Cass County additional access.
How does this project benefit me?
Completion of the North Cass Parkway interchange will help alleviate traffic congestion at the Route 71/Route 58 interchange to the north. That interchange is currently the busiest in Cass County, and Route 58 exit ramp traffic often backs up onto southbound Route 71 on weekday evenings.
What is the project time line?
The project was awarded to Ideker Inc. of St. Joseph, Mo. in summer 2008. Construction is well under way. The project will be complete in 2010.
Bridge abutments and piers are poured, steel beams have been placed, and the deck was poured in May. The north bypass of relocated Peculiar Drive at Cambridge is now open, as well as relocated Peculiar Drive. Ramps on the southbound side are under construction.
How is this project funded?
The new interchange will cost $10.1 million. and is a cooperative project involving the cities of Belton and Raymore, Cass County and the Missouri Department of Transportation.
How do I learn more?
For more information, review the individual project pages for 163rd street, North Cass Parkway and Route 150. You can also submit a comment, send an e-mail or give us a call. Lend your voice to the transportation process! |
