Districts Impacted
Project Milestones
Purpose and Need/What’s the Problem?
The pavement in these areas has deteriorated and been patched over time to the point where resurfacing is needed to maintain a safe and smooth surface for drivers.
Project Information:
Contractor will resurface three locations along U.S. Route 160 and Missouri Route 97 in Barton, Dade and Lawrence counties. In addition, the project includes adding shoulders, rumble strips and extending a total of 12 culverts, as well as repairing and resurfacing the U.S. Route 160/North Fork Spring River bridge north of Golden City.
News Releases
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Plans to Resurface Parts of Routes 160 & 97 in Three Counties Focus of Virtual Public Meeting
Southwest District – The public is invited to a virtual (online) public meeting starting Sunday, May 19, to learn more about plans for resurfacing and improving sections of U.S. Route 160 and Missouri Route 97 in Barton, Dade and Lawrence counties...
U.S. 160/North Fork Spring River Bridge in Barton County
Missouri Route 97 in Lockwood
U.S. Route 160
Missouri Route 97
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the need for this project?
The pavement in these areas has deteriorated and been patched over time to the point where resurfacing is needed to maintain a safe and smooth surface for drivers. Additional safety features include adding two (2) foot wide shoulders and rumble strips to reduce crashes, as well as extending 12 culverts between Lockwood and Missouri Route 39 to move them farther away from the edge of the highway.
Will the single-lane U.S. Route 160/North Fork Spring River bridge be widened to two (2) lanes?
Not with this project. The contractor will make some repairs and resurface the current bridge. However, there are plans for this bridge to be replaced and widened to two (2) lanes in 2027.
Will there be a signed detour for this project?
Yes and no. There will be a detour when the contractor is working on the U.S. Route 160/North Fork Spring River bridge. Drivers will be directed along a signed detour using routes VV, D and 160. There will be no signed detour for the remainder other work, however, drivers may encounter lane closures and traffic controlled by flaggers and/or pilot cars where crews are working. Drivers can expect delays and should find alternate routes to avoid the work zones.
Why were these locations chosen?
The pavement in these areas has deteriorated and been patched over time to the point where resurfacing is needed to maintain a safe and smooth surface for drivers.
How do I ask a question or leave feedback about this project?
MoDOT will be hosting a virtual (online) public meeting May 19-June 2. During that time, you may return to this website and fill out a feedback form found here. You also may send us an e-mail at swcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at (417) 895-7600.