Counties Impacted
Grundy
Project Status
Planning Phase
Route Impacted
W

Project Summary

Updated 3/28/2023

The Wolf Creek and Hickory Creek Bridges, located on Route W southwest of Trenton, are both in poor condition, have speed restrictions for vehicles of a certain weight, and are in need of replacement. MoDOT and consultant firm HDR have designed new bridges to replace the current structures. Construction is planned Feb. 27 through late July 2023. 

The Wolf Creek Bridge, located north of Route WW, was built in 1935 and carries more than 600 vehicles per day. The Hickory Creek Bridge, located north of Route F, was built in 1952 and carries more than 250 vehicles per day.

 

Project Progress

Complete
Planning and Design Phase

MoDOT's Planning and Design team, along with consultants from HDR, are designing a project which will replace both the Wolf Creek and Hickory Creek Bridges.

Complete
Contract Letting, Award & Notice to Proceed

This project went out for contractor bids as part of MoDOT's Nov. 18, 2022, letting. At their December 2022 meeting, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $1,860,363.25 contract to Phillips Hardy, Inc. to complete the project.

 

The Notice to Proceed date - the earliest date on which the contractor could begin work - is Jan. 31, 2023.

In Progress
Construction

By contract, all work must be complete Dec. 1, 2023, or the contractor may incur liquidated damages.

The roadway will close during construction of each bridge. A signed detour over Routes 6 and F will be in place during each bridge closure, as follows:

  • Wolf Creek, located between Route WW and Route 6: Feb. 27 - July 6
  • Hickory Creek, located between Route WW and Route F: April 10 - late July 
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Grundy Co Rte W Hickory Creek Bridge Deck edge deterioration 12-5-17

Hickory Creek Bridge

Built in 1952

109-feet long, 20-feet wide

Timber construction

Speed restriction for vehicles weighing more than 14 tons

Striped for two lanes of traffic

Carries approximately 260 vehicles per day

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Grundy Co Rte W Wolf Creek Bridge wood support 12-5-17

Wolf Creek Bridge

Built in 1935

100-feet long, 20-feet wide

Timber construction

Speed restriction for vehicles weighing more than 13 tons

Striped for two lanes of traffic

Carries approximately 640 vehicles per day

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: What is the current proposed detour?

A: A signed detour is planned over Route 6 and Route F.

 

Q: Why not build a bypass?

A: Based on the cost/benefit ratio, building a bypass would not be a good use of taxpayer funds.

 

Q: Who can I contact if I have further questions?

A: You may call 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636) to speak with a Customer Service Representative.

 

Q: How can I stay updated on the project's progress?

A: Keep visiting this page and our Traveler Information Map at: traveler.modot.org/map for updates. 

Project News

  • Grundy County bridge replacement projects to begin soon

    03/30/2023

    ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Grundy County Route W bridge over Hickory Creek, located between Route WW and Route F, is scheduled to close Monday, April 10. The Missouri Department of Transportation, contracted with Phillips Hardy, Inc. to replace the Route...

  • Grundy County bridge replacement projects to begin soon

    02/15/2023

    ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – Two bridges on Grundy County Route W are scheduled to be replaced soon. The Wolf Creek Bridge, located between Route WW and Route 6, and the Hickory Creek Bridge, located between Route WW and Route F will be replaced by Phillips...