Snow Cleanup and Major I-55 Bridge Work Tighten St. Louis Commute

Morning Commute Overview

Commuters in the St. Louis metropolitan area should prepare for a mix of winter weather recovery and heavy long-term construction projects this Tuesday, February 3, 2026. While primary travel lanes are largely clear following the recent winter storm, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is actively working to restore full capacity to the region's highway system. Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their morning and evening routes as maintenance crews and infrastructure projects continue to impact traffic flow.

Post-Snowstorm Cleanup Operations

MoDOT crews are out in force across the St. Louis region today, focusing on clearing and pushing snow back from highway ramps and shoulders. This effort is necessary to maintain safe passage and prevent the formation of ice patches as temperatures vary throughout the day. Motorists should expect to encounter slow-moving maintenance equipment and utility vehicles, particularly on major arteries like I-64, I-70, and the I-270 loop. Officials urge drivers to provide extra room for these crews to operate and to be mindful of potentially slick spots on less-traveled shoulders.

Major Highway Closures and Roadworks

Significant bridge and ramp work continues to be the primary cause of congestion in the city and surrounding counties. The following specific closures are in effect today:

• Interstate 55: The massive bridge rehabilitation project is heavily impacting traffic between I-44 and South County. Southbound traffic is restricted to one lane from I-44 to north of Bates and two lanes from north of Bates to north of Weber. Northbound, expect one lane closed from Reavis Barracks to Bayless and two lanes closed from Bayless to Virginia.
• I-55 Ramp Closures: Multiple key ramps remain closed through early 2026, including the Virginia on-ramp to southbound I-55, the Lafayette/Truman southbound ramp, and the ramps at Loughborough and Germania.
• Interstate 270: In North St. Louis County, the westbound exit ramp to Riverview Drive and the on-ramp from Riverview to westbound I-270 are closed for ongoing interchange reconstruction.
• Route 67: Motorists should avoid the loop ramps to Route D, as these remain closed for safety and resurfacing work.

Metro Transit and Safety Updates

Metro Transit reports that service is currently stable across the MetroLink and MetroBus systems. The University City-Big Bend MetroLink Station is fully operational following its recent infrastructure upgrades. While no major service disruptions are reported for today, riders are encouraged to monitor minor schedule adjustments that may affect specific bus routes. On the roads, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reminds all drivers to maintain a safe following distance and keep phones down, especially when navigating narrowed lanes in active work zones.