Southbound I-29 Closed at Cookingham Drive in Kansas City
Southbound Interstate 29 (I-29) is closed at Cookingham Drive in Kansas City, as reported by MoDOT.
Kansas City, MO, November 13, 2026 — Authorities have announced the closure of southbound Interstate 29 (I-29) at Cookingham Drive in Kansas City. The closure was reported by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT).
Details regarding the specific cause of the closure were not immediately available. MoDOT officials confirmed the closure but did not provide further information on the incident or event prompting the traffic disruption. The contractor’s name, if applicable, was also not provided.
The impact of this closure on local traffic and commute times is anticipated. Motorists planning to use southbound I-29 in the vicinity of Cookingham Drive are advised to seek alternative routes. Specific detour information or recommended alternate routes were not detailed in the initial report from MoDOT.
The expected duration of the closure was not specified. It is unclear if this is a temporary disruption due to an incident, or if it is related to planned construction or maintenance activities. Without further details, it is unknown if any code violations or permit issues are associated with this closure.
The Missouri Department of Transportation is the state agency responsible for the planning, construction, and maintenance of roads and bridges across Missouri. They typically provide updates on significant traffic changes, closures, and construction projects to ensure public safety and inform travelers.
Further information regarding the reopening of southbound I-29 at Cookingham Drive is expected to be released by MoDOT as it becomes available. Residents and commuters are encouraged to monitor official MoDOT channels for the latest updates on traffic conditions and road closures in the Kansas City area.
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