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South Moreau Creek Bridge Replacement

Below are details, resources and news about the replacement of the Cole County Route A bridge over South Moreau Creek, located south of Russellville.  Built in mid-1960s, this bridge reached a condition where replacement was necessary. 

This bridge is included in Gov. Mike Parson’s $351 million Focus on Bridges program, which will repair or replace 250 bridges across the state.

Project Details

When: 

The project was completed on October 20, 2022. 

Cost: 

The contracted cost of the project is $1,965,191 (includes the Route A Bridge in Moniteau County).

Work Taking Place

The existing South Moreau Bridge was replaced with a new bridge that removes current weight restrictions and includes two travel lanes across the new bridge deck that are four feet wider than the former bridge. 

Project Milestones

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Public Comment Period
May-June, 2021
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Bid Awarded
March 1, 2022

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded the contract to Gene Haile Excavating, which submitted the low bid of $1,956,191. The contract also includes the Moniteau County Route A bridge replacement over Enon Creek.

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Construction Begins

Work began on August 1, 2022.

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Project Completion

The new bridge was opened on October 20, 2022.

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Project News & Updates

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