Write Up:

MoDOT has identified 35,407 barriers within its right of way that need to be repaired or constructed to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). A transition plan was established to correct these barriers by August 2027. To meet this deadline, MoDOT set a target of 90% completion for calendar year 2025 and is working toward a 96% target by the end of 2026.

To date, MoDOT has documented the completion of 26,101 barriers (74%), with additional barriers physically completed or currently under contract. Due to the lag between contract award, project completion and final documentation after closeout, the reported number may not reflect all improvements funded and completed.

From 2008 through 2025, MoDOT invested nearly $240.2 million toward completing the transition plan. Districts project investing over $35.3 million for remaining ADA Transition Plan improvements in the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program. This amount is expected to cover transition plan requirements and other ADA needs statewide.

Purpose of the Measure:

This measure tracks MoDOT’s investment in non-motorized facilities and progress toward removing barriers. Accessibility needs occur within the right of way, such as sidewalks and traffic signals. Removal of the barriers listed in MoDOT’s 2010 ADA Transition Plan is required as part of the department’s compliance with the ADA.

Measurement and Data Collection:

MoDOT’s investment in non-motorized facilities is determined from the awarded contract amounts for the 20 most common construction elements used on projects each year.

ADA Transition Plan progress is based upon completed work to correct deficient barriers identified in the ADA Transition Plan inventory.  

A progress target line is included indicating MoDOT’s progress towards completing the transition plan by 2027. Annual funding levels necessary to complete the transition plan by 2027 determine the target which is set in April of each year.