Districts Impacted

Project Plans
PROJECT DETAILS
MoDOT has replaced the bridge deck along MO Route 291 over Middle Big Creek . The work included both pavement and guardrail replacements. During construction, the bridge was closed and detours were provided to motorists in the area. The bridge was re-opened on June 29, 2021.
This project has been let in combination with the bridge replacement on MO 58 over Big Creek in Pleasant Hill.
TIMELINE & COST
Construction began in April 2021 with an anticipated completion date of June 2021. The bridge was re-opened on June 29, 2021.
The estimated cost for all construction is $1.2 million. This project is being funded with both federal (80%) and state (20%) funds.
PROJECT UPDATES & DETOUR INFORMATION
The closure of the bridge happened on April 8, 2021. During construction, MO Route 291 was closed between MO 150 and MO 58. Construction was anticipated to be complete by approximately mid-June 2021. This work included both pavement and guardrail replacements in the area.
Detour Information
- Southbound travelers are advised to exit MO Route 291 at MO Route 150 and head eastbound to MO Route 7 southbound, and then follow MO Route 58 west to gain access back to MO Route 291.
- Northbound travelers are advised to exit MO Route 291 at MO Route 58 (south junction) and head eastbound to MO Route 7 northbound, and then follow MO Route 150 west to gain access back to MO Route 291.
UPDATES & NEWS RELEASES
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Project Update: Bridge work at MO Route 291 over Middle Big Creek
CASS COUNTY – MoDOT Kansas City is in the process of replacing the bridge deck on the MO Route 291 bridge over Middle Big Creek. Work is currently scheduled to be completed by the end of June. All work is weather permitting.
Currently MO Route 291...
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Bridge work scheduled for Route 291 over Middle Big Creek beginning in April
CASS COUNTY – MoDOT Kansas City will be replacing the bridge deck on the MO Route 291 bridge over Middle Big Creek beginning on approximately Thursday, April 8. During construction, MO Route 291 will be closed between MO 150 and MO 58. Construction...

Need More Information?
We're here to help. If you need additional information, you may contact MoDOT Kansas City Area Engineer Jill Bruss.
- Jill Bruss, MoDOT Area Engineer
- Email: jill.bruss@modot.mo.gov
- MoDOT Customer Service Line: 1-888-275-6636