From lakes to rivers, Missouri has a wide variety of places fit your boating needs.

Traffic & Road Conditions

Get real-time traffic and updates for Missouri locations.

• Traveler Information Map
  For work zone locations, road closings, flooding information and weather-related road conditions.
• Kansas City Traffic, real-time
• Springfield Traffic, real-time
• St. Louis Traffic, real-time
• Historic Traffic Volume

Safe Driving

Safety is the Missouri Department of Transportation’s (MoDOT) first priority. Further information on traffic volumes, bicycle and pedestrian information, motor carrier issues, accident statistics and even legislative topics can be found at MoDOT’s Safety Page.

Accidents

You must report accidents that happen in Missouri to the Driver License Bureau if:

• The accident happened less than one year ago,
• The accident involved an uninsured motorist, AND
• The accident caused property damage costing more than $500, or someone was injured or killed.

You can report an accident by downloading the Motor Vehicle Accident Report form.

Additional Accident Resources

• Traffic Accident Statistics
• Traffic Crash Reports
• Official Accident Reports
• Boating/Drowning Incidents

Laws

• Traffic Regulations: State Statutes
• Lake Safety Law
• Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Operators and the Law

Because many Missouri families have been impacted by devastating flooding, the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency is working with state, local, faith-based and volunteer agencies to provide one-stop shops for recovery assistance at Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARCs) across the impacted areas of the state. MARCs provide trained workers who can identify resources for assistance with housing, public assistance, mental health counseling, or to help understand insurance policies and the claim filing process.

MARC partners include the American Red Cross, State Emergency Management Agency, Missouri Department of Social Services, Missouri Department of Mental Health, Missouri Department of Insurance, Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Catholic Charities, Society of St. Vincent DePaul, The Salvation Army and Convoy of Hope.

Below is the full listing of MARC dates and locations. Centers are open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Flood survivors should bring proof of address. Free child care is available. Residents impacted by flooding can attend any MARCs that suit their schedule.

Open Today:

Opening On: Tuesday, May 16, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
City: Gainesville
County: Ozark
Address: Gainesville High School Gym, 422 Bull Dog Dr, Gainesville, MO 65655

Opening On: Tuesday, May 16, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
City: House Springs
County: Jefferson
Address: Northwest Valley Middle School, 4300 Gravois Rd., House Springs, MO 63051

Opening soon

Opening On: Wednesday, May 17, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
City: Doniphan
County: Ripley
Address: Caring Community Partnership, 209 Highway St., Doniphan, MO 63935

Opening On: Thursday, May 18, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
City: Arnold
County: Jefferson
Address: Arnold First Baptist Church, 2012 Missouri State Road, Arnold, MO 63010

Flood Driving Safety

More than half of all flooding deaths are in motor vehicles. Be aware that very small streams, gullies, creeks, culverts, dry streambeds, that appear harmless in dry weather are often the most dangerous areas when flash flooding occurs. Many flash flooding deaths occur when vehicles are swept off low-water crossings that are not meant to be crossed during flooding. Remember – TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!

• If you must drive when it’s flooding to get somewhere safe, check MoDOT’s Traveler Info Map for road closures.
• Never expect barriers to block off flooded low-water crossings or bridges because floodwaters often rise so quickly authorities cannot close a road in time.
• Never think that because you made it across a flooded low water crossing in the past that you’ll make it the next time.
• Never be tempted to drive into floodwater because it appears shallow. Looks are deceiving and the roadway may not be intact. Floodwater often washes out roads or compromises their structural integrity.
• If you wind up in flood water and your vehicle stalls, leave it immediately and seek higher ground. Rapidly rising water may engulf the vehicle and sweep it away.

Learn more about driving safely during a flood.

Evacuating During a Flood

Be aware of flood hazards no matter where you live, but especially if you live in a low-lying area, near water or downstream from a dam. When a flash flood watch is issued, you’ll need to evacuate on a moment’s notice. Take steps to prepare for a flood before one happens.

Flood Water Safety

If there is a chance of flash flooding, move immediately to higher ground. Flash floods are the #1 cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Even after initial flooding, rain from other areas in the state can change water levels to rise again.

Power Outages after a Flood

Floods can cause damage to both above-ground and underground electrical equipment, which can affect service in many areas. Never enter a flooded area where water may be electrically charged from electrical appliances or underground and downed power lines.

• If someone is electrocuted, call 911 and take these steps.
• Before turning the power in your house back on, call your service provider and have an electrician make sure it is safe.
• If a generator is your only current option for power, follow these tips and NEVER run a generator inside a home or garage, or connect it to your home’s electrical system.
• Even with the generator outside, carbon monoxide can still leak into your home through open windows or doors. Know the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Learn more about safety during power outages.

CDC Safety Tips

Flooding comes with many health and safety risks. If you know how to reduce the harm and protect your overall health it can significantly help ease the burden of a major disaster. Personal hygiene and wound care for victims, proper immunizations for cleanup crews, and the risk of mold are all common issues that are explained by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.