MoDOT plans to update the signage and striping on Route 63 at First Street in Houston, Mo. Currently, drivers are asked to “merge left” in this location. The updated signage will indicate that drivers should “merge right.”
“This update should help provide more separation for school and downtown traffic versus through traffic,” said Senior
Traffic Studies Specialist Michael Wake. “Currently, both merge into the left lane. Local traffic tends to slow down to turn onto a city street, while through traffic is attempting to speed up.”
Wake explained this change will keep local traffic in the left lane and will provide the right lane for through traffic that is traveling out of town.
“Overall, the goal is to minimize conflicts and improve traffic flow in this location,” he said.
To make this change, MoDOT crews will remove part of the current striping and change the signage to read “merge right.” The new sign will feature flags to help alert drivers to the change.
This update will be completed this week, weather permitting. Motorists are encouraged to use caution while traveling in the area as work is underway.
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