This program allows state-maintained highway interchanges, bridges or segments of highway to be designated for Missouri residents, who were in the armed forces and were killed in action. No interchange, bridge or segment of highway may be designated more than once including existing memorials designated on state system under MoDOT’s Memorial Designation Programs.
Memorial Designation Map
Check our online map for availability of open roadways ready for designating.
To search for a specific route, click here.
Program Information
- Application –
- Application and supporting documentation must be submitted together.
- MoDOT reviews the application, and the Joint Committee on Transportation Oversight conducts final review and approval.
- Falsifying information on an application will void the request and result in loss of fees and sign installation.
- Memorial Name –
- Proposed name is first name, middle initial and last name.
- Ranks and titles are optional and are subject to design limitations.
- Branch of service will be displayed under the honoree name.
- Sign Information –
- A total of two signs will be installed marking each Heroes Way memorial.
- Interchange – one sign each placed within the triangle area between the mainline and ramp of interchange designation.
- Bridge or Highway – one sign each marking the beginning of each end of the bridge or highway.
- MoDOT determines the sign location to ensure safe operation of the highway system.
- Heroes Way Bridge signs are installed on the roadway carried by that bridge, not on the roadway traveling under the bridge.
- Each sign will be a white legend on a green background
- Once application is approved and signs are received from the manufacturer, allow 120 days for sign installation, weather permitting.
- Sign delivery can take approximately five to seven weeks.
- MoDOT does not provide the official installation date to ensure the safety of all individuals involved, including our personnel and the traveling public.
- A photo image of the installed sign will be provided electronically to the applicant’s email, if provided to MoDOT’s Highway Safety and Traffic Division.
- Signs remain in place for 20 years and may be renewed for an additional 20 years.
- At 19 years, a second application is required to renew the memorial.
- A total of two signs will be installed marking each Heroes Way memorial.
- No Participation Fee Required
- Memorial Sign PDF Proof Request - (Optional)
- Upon request, MoDOT will provide a no-cost PDF file of the memorial dedication sign, provided completion of the PDF terms and condition declaration.
- This process allows the applicant's/honoree's family to utilize local sign, banner or printing companies to fabricate commemorative signs for ceremonies or personal use.
Requirements
- Verify roadway availability, click here or contact MoDOT’s Highway Safety and Traffic Division at (573) 751-7643.
- Honoree must have been a Missouri resident in the US Armed Forces.
- Applicants are required to have legislative sponsorship supporting the designation.
- Documentation affirming the soldier was a Missouri resident and a member of the U.S. Armed Forces killed in action.
- Only family members of a Missouri fallen soldier may apply for and make decisions pertaining to a Heroes Way Naming Application.
MoDOT’s commitment as program administrator is dedicated to supporting families in honoring their loved one who so bravely gave their life protecting our freedom and provide comfort, direction and healing to grieving families within the memorial designation program.
Questions?
Highway Safety and Traffic Division
Contact Info
Phone: 1-573-751-7643
Phone: 1-573-751-7643