Districts Impacted
This project will replace two bridges in Cedar County on these routes: Route AA over Turkey Creek near Humansville, Route M over Bear Creek near Stockton.
Project Milestones
Summer 2023
Bridges will be CLOSED for up to four (4) months during construction. Bridges will be closed one at a time.
Summer 2024
Purpose and Need / What's the Problem:
The Route M/Bear Creek bridge was built in 1953, is only a single lane and is experiencing deterioration. Approximately 755 vehicles use the bridge daily.
The Route AA/Turkey Creek bridge was built in 1961, has two narrow lanes and is experiencing deterioration. Approximately 165 vehicles use the bridge daily.
Both bridges need to be replaced with wider bridges that meet today’s standard designs.
Project Information:
Route M/Bear Creek bridge: Contractor crews will replace the current single-lane bridge with a new wider bridge accommodating two (2) 12-foot lanes. The new bridge also will have new barrier walls, guardrails and permanent striping. The current bridge is 14 feet wide and 165 feet long. It is estimated to cost $1.7 million.
Route AA/Turkey Creek bridge: Contractor crews will replace the current bridge with a new 24-foot wide bridge. The current bridge is 20 feet wide and 90 feet long. The new bridge also will have new barrier walls, guardrail and permanent striping. It is estimated to cost $960,000.
These two bridges will be awarded to one contractor for construction. It’s scheduled for bidding in April 2023. Once the contract is awarded, additional information will be available from the contractor regarding the schedule for construction and impacts to the public.
News Releases
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Cedar County Route M/Bear Creek Bridge OPEN to Traffic
Where: Cedar County Route M bridge over Bear Creek east of Stockton
When: As of 2 p.m., Thursday, January 11
Details: Route M closed in August 2023 to allow contractor crews to remove and replace the bridge with a new wider bridge. The project also...
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Cedar County Route AA/Turkey Creek Bridge West of Humansville OPEN to Traffic
Where: Cedar County Route AA bridge over Turkey Creek west of Humansville
When: As of Friday, November 10
Details: This bridge was closed in September to allow contractor crews to replace the bridge with a new bridge that is four feet wider than...
Frequently Asked Questions:
How long will each bridge be closed?
Each bridge will be closed for no more than four (4) months at a time while the contractor builds the new bridges.
Will both Route M and Route AA bridges be closed at the same time for construction?
No, the bridges will be closed one at a time. When the first bridge is completed and opened to traffic, work will begin on the second bridge.
Cedar County Route AA over Turkey Creek near Humansville
