Winter is here, and the Missouri Department of Transportation is prepared for heavy weather.  Here are some facts about MoDOT snow-removal operation.

Here's some information to help you deal with the snow

Up-to-the-hour Road Conditions Map

Why some roads get plowed first

How to shovel snow from your driveway

Winter driving tips

During inclement weather, MoDOT prioritizes all roads to quickly assist the largest number of travelers. Roads with the highest traffic volumes are treated and cleared first. These include interstate highways and other major routes, which are continuously plowed and treated throughout a storm.

The most heavily traveled sections of other routes are the next priority, and although they are plowed until they’re open to traffic, they are not continuously treated with salt. These routes will be treated with salt where snow and ice conditions may make driving more difficult, such as steep hills, sharp curves, intersections and bridges.

More information is also able by calling MoDOT customer service toll-free at 1-888-ASK MODOT. Recorded road-condition information is available through the state’s toll-free road conditions number, 1-800-222-6400.