Counties Impacted
Ste. Genevieve
Route Impacted
61
Work Type
Intersection Improvements
In Progress

news Project Summary

The Missouri Department of Transportation plans to upgrade the existing Route 61/Y intersection in Bloomsdale, Missouri to improve turning movements. This will be accomplished by widening and increasing some of the radiuses at the existing intersection. The project also includes drainage improvements and adding a pedestrian crossing along Route 61. 

With this project, the Dew Drop entrance is being realigned in an effort to improve safety and better match the alignment of Route Y. As part of this improvement, a stop sign will be installed at the Dew Drop exit. This addition is intended to ensure all motorists comply with right‑of‑way requirements at the intersection.

Project Timeline

Online Meeting
Comments accepted Aug. 25-Sept. 15, 2025
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Tentative Letting
May 2026
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In Progress
Construction Begins
July 30 - Sept. 21, 2026, weather permitting
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Anticipated Completion
Winter 2026
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caution Construction Update: July 30 - Sept. 21, 2026

Contractor crews for the Missouri Department of Transportation will soon begin an intersection improvement project at U.S. Route 61/Route Y in Ste. Genevieve County. The project will include upgrades to the existing Route 61/Y intersection in Bloomsdale, Missouri to improve turning movements. This will be accomplished by widening and increasing some of the radiuses at the existing intersection. The project also includes drainage improvements and adding a pedestrian crossing along Route 61. During the first phase of construction, traffic may take Route Y to U.S. 61 north. For the second phase, the intersection will be closed with a signed detour in place. Weather permitting, work will take place Thursday, July 30 through Monday, Sept. 21.

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Route Y and 61 Bloomsdale Aerial with Crosswalk

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Chris Crocker
Chris Crocker
Title
Project Manager
Department
Southeast District
Contact Info

(573) 380-1658