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On Sept. 21, MoDOT personnel gathered with the families of its fallen workers to honor and remember those 139 individuals who died in the line of duty. District and statewide officials spoke about the importance of roadway safety and the steps the organization is taking to help ensure there’s never another name added to that list.
MoDOT is emphasizing what drivers can do to prevent these work zone tragedies. In 2022, 15 people died and 95 were seriously injured in work zone crashes in Missouri. These injuries and fatalities are only a small portion of the nearly 3,600 work-zone-related crashes, an all-time high over the last five years.
It’s why MoDOT is asking drivers to work with us by slowing down and paying attention in work zones. The best way to avoid a crash is to stay alert.
- Don’t drive distracted or impaired.
- Don’t drive over the speed limit.
- Follow posted signs for work zones and pay attention to road closures, lane closures and detours.
- And remember, the best defense against injury or death in a crash is a seat belt.
In 2022, 71% of work zone fatalities were not wearing a seat belt.
Safety is MoDOT’s top priority, but that's only part of the equation.
Work zone safety is in the hands of all who drive through them. Buckle up and put the phone down while driving - these two simple things can save your life and the lives of those you share the road with. Learn more about Work Zone Awareness here.
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