Don’t be Conehead in Springfield Missouri! It Will Cost You $250!

No matter where you go in Springfield Missouri you can't escape the ubiquitous orange construction cones and road equipment. They're everywhere! James River and Hwy 65 intersection is being totally rebuilt and won't be finished for years. Hwy 65 between James River and I-44 is being widened to 6 lanes. National and James River is being upgraded to a diverging diamond intersection. I-44 & Glenstone, and on and on...

Police are cracking down on speeders in construction zones and I have noticed a lot of people being stopped lately because they ignore the speed limit signs. The bottom line is; unless you have an extra $250 you don't need, don't speed through construction zones!

Look at the bright side... When the construction is finished it will be much easier to get around town and in the mean time you can relax, slow down, and enjoy the view! Just remember to leave a few minutes early.