Districts Impacted
The westbound Interstate 70 bridge over Routes O & J, just east of Rocheport in Boone County at Exit 117, was struck by a vehicle and is in need of repairs.
Project Progress
The Missouri Department of Transportation and its design consultant designed repairs to the westbound I-70 bridge over Boone County Routes J and O.
The estimated cost for these improvements, including construction and engineering, is $796,000. This cost is subject to change.
The project has been awarded by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission at their October meeting to Hardy Construction, LLC for the amount of $365,616.50. The contractor was be given a notice to proceed of Oct. 16, 2024. That is the earliest date the contractor may begin work.
Construction is planned to begin in October and must be complete within 25 calendar days. One lane of I-70 will be temporarily closed during construction. Access to Routes O and J at the bridge will be closed for the duration of the construction and a detour will be signed. The detour for Route O will direct traffic to the Route BB exit (Exit 115). The Route J detour will use the exit at U.S. Route 40 (Exit 121).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is MoDOT repairing the bridge?
The I-70 bridge over Routes O & J was damaged recently when it was struck by a vehicle and needs repairs.
How will the new bridge construction affect traffic?
The contractor will close one lane of the bridge to all traffic through the completion of the project. To maintain two lanes of traffic, the right lane will use the on- and off- ramps at Routes O and J as a through lane. No turning movements on or off the interstate at Routes O and J will be permitted for the duration of the project. A signed detour will be posted using Boone County Route BB and U.S. Route 40.
What if I have further questions?
You may email cdcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636). Please reference I-70 bridge repairs at Exit 117 on your inquiries.
