A small sinkhole has shut down traffic on I-44 in Springfield.

MoDOT says the sinkhole is under the bridge at the 75.5 mile marker.

That’s near I-44 and the West Bypass.

The westbound left passing lane is closed so crews can work.

MoDOT says the westbound left lane is closed indefinitely.

WB I-44 Left Lane Closure MM 75
Under West Bypass #Springfield on June 2 until further notice.

MoDOT crews to repair sinkhole damage in the I-44 median. WB I-44 left passing lane closed for safety reasons.

(Weather &r construction delays will alter the work schedule)#MoDOTSW pic.twitter.com/DH2esJNbS3

— MoDOT Southwest (@MoDOT_Southwest) June 2, 2021

Press Release

Where: Westbound I-44 left passing lane closure (mile marker 75) under West Bypass (U.S. Route 160) in Springfield

When: Beginning Wednesday, June 2 until further notice

Details: MoDOT crews to repair sinkhole damage in the I-44 median. Westbound I-44 left passing lane closed for safety reasons.

Traffic Impacts:

• Westbound I-44 left passing lane closure (mm 75) under West Bypass (Route 160) in Springfield
• Westbound I-44 right driving lane open
• Westbound I-44 and West Bypass (Route 160) on and off ramps open
• Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
• Drivers should look for alternate route

(Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule)