Counties Impacted
Cape Girardeau
Route Impacted
Z
Work Type
Bridge Replacement
In Progress

news Project Summary

The project will include replacing the Route Z bridges over Hubble Creek and Hubble Creek Overflow near Gordonville, Missouri. Both aging, one lane structures will be replaced with wider structures to accommodate two lanes of traffic. In addition, the project also includes raising the roadway to mitigate flooding on Route Z. 

 

Project Timeline

Complete
Public Meeting
July 13, 2023
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Tentative Letting
July 2026
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Construction
Aug. 24, 2026 - Sept. 1, 2027, weather permitting
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Anticipated Completion
Sept. 1, 2027, weather permitting
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jackhammer Construction Update: Aug. 24, 2026 - Sept. 1, 2027

Route Z in Cape Girardeau County will be closed as construction crews replace the bridge over Hubble Creek.  

This section of roadway is located from West Clark Street to County Road 222 near Gordonville, Missouri.  

Weather permitting, work will take begin Monday, Aug. 24 with anticipated completion Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2027. The work zone will be in place 24 hours a day until the project is complete.   

The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area. 

project Contact Us

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Seiji Shimbo_SE_Project Manager
Seiji Shimbo
Title
Project Manager
Department
Southeast District
Contact Info

(573) 472-5389