JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – Both the Missouri Route 179 bridge over Moniteau Creek and Route U bridge over Howard Creek are slated for deck replacements in 2025.
The supporting structures of both bridges are in good condition, but their decks have deteriorated and must be replaced. Improvements planned for both bridges include a new driving surface, updated barriers, and new guardrail at each corner.
As part of the design process, the Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community input and has multiple ways by which interested parties can provide feedback during an open comment period, May 14-28. By commenting, questioning, and providing community insight, the public’s input is essential in helping to guide the design and construction process.
- In-person - An open-house style public meeting is being held Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Jamestown School Gymnasium*, located at 222 School Street in Jamestown. The project team will be on hand to answer questions, provide information, and receive input about the project. There will be no formal presentation, so attendees may come and go as they please at any time during the advertised hours.
*Enter through the main school doors. - Online - All meeting exhibits are available at modot.org/route-179-and-u-bridge-deck-replacement-moniteau-county and feedback may be submitted using the form at the bottom of that page.
- By email – Send comments no later than May 28, 2024, to CDCR@modot.mo.gov with the subject line: Route 179 and Route U bridge deck replacement project in Moniteau County.
- By traditional mail – Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109. Please reference: Route 179 and Route U bridge deck replacement project in Moniteau County. All mailed comments must be postmarked no later than May 28, 2024.
MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.
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