Districts Impacted
Project Summary
Three Crawford County bridges built in 1966 are planned for rehabilitation work to extend their usable life. These bridges over Interstate 44 on Routes 19, H, and F are in need of driving surface and guardrail improvements that will provide motorists with smoother and safer surfaces on which to travel.
Project Plans
Scope of work:
- Demolition of the existing driving surface.
- Deck repairs at various depths.
- Protective coating and new wearing surface applied.
- Guardrail replacement to bring it up to current standards.
Traffic Impacts
- CLOSED, with a signed detour in place.
- All ramps will remain open.
Coordination of work
- The contractor is planning to close the bridge on June 3, 2024. They will have 35 days to complete the project.
- After completion of the Route F bridge, Route 19 bridge construction can begin.
Scope of work
- Demolition of the existing driving surface
- Deck repair at various depths
- Protective coating and new wearing surface applied.
- Guardrail will be replaced to bring it up to current standards.
Traffic impacts
- CLOSED with a signed detour in place.
- All ramps will remain open.
Coordination of work
- The contractor is planning to close the bridge on June 4, 2024. They will have 39 calendar days to complete the project.
It will be closed at the same time as the Route F Bridge.
Scope of work
- Demolition of the existing driving surface
- Deck repair at various depths.
- Protective coating and new wearing surface applied.
- Guardrail will be replaced to bring it up to current standards.
Traffic impacts
- Construction will be staged so that only one lane is closed at a time, and the ramps will remain open.
- Signal timing at the bridge will be adjusted during construction.
Coordination of work
- Work will not begin until work on the Route F bridge is completed.
- The contractor is given 66 calendar days to complete the project.
Project Progress
The Missouri Department of Transportation and its consultants designed improvements to extend the life of the bridges, including updated driving surfaces and bridge rails.
The project was part of MoDOT's February 2024 letting when contractors submitted competitive bids. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the $2,455,704.19 contract to Capital Paving & Construction, LLC at their March 2024 meeting and issued an April 8, 2024, notice to proceed – the earliest date the contractor could begin work.
The construction crew anticipates beginning work on Route F and H in early June, with completion of both bridges in early July. For the safety of the traveling public and the workers on the road, both bridges will be closed during construction. The crew will begin work on the Route 19 bridge as soon as the work on the Route F bridge is complete, likely in early July.
Work on all three bridges is expected to be completed in September 2024.
Route F Detour
Route H Detour
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is MoDOT rehabilitating the bridges?
The Route F, H, and 19 bridges were all built in 1966. All three bridges are in need of bridge deck repairs to extend their life. In addition, guardrail at all three bridges will be brought up to current standards. Once completed, motorists will have a smoother and safer surface on which to drive.
How will the bridge work affect traffic?
For a portion of the construction, the contractor will close both the Route F and H bridges to all traffic. A signed detour will be in place for each bridge closure. The Route 19 bridge will have staged construction, with one lane remaining open with temporary traffic signals guiding motorists through the work zone.
What if I have further questions?
You may email cdcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636). Please reference Crawford County Route 19, H, and F Bridge Rehabilitations on your inquiries.
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News & Updates
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Crawford County Route 19, H, & F bridges over I-44 scheduled for rehabilitation
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – A bridge rehabilitation project on Crawford County Routes 19, H, and F over Interstate 44 is set to begin the first week of June. Construction crews plan to close Route F to all traffic on Monday, June 3, and will then close...