TRAFFIC ALERT

Vernon County Route FF Bridge over Drywood Creek Restricted to 20 Ton Weight Limit

Where: Vernon County Route FF bridge over Drywood Creek southwest of Nevada 

When: Immediately 

What: A recent safety inspection of the bridge showed deterioration. MoDOT bridge inspectors have posted a 20 ton weight limit for vehicles crossing the bridge. 

Traffic Impacts:

  • All large trucks hauling more than 20 tons must use an alternate route.
  • MoDOT employees have ordered and will install new signs at the bridge alerting drivers to the weight limit. The signs will be installed just as soon as they arrive.
  • Regular sized cars and pickup trucks can use the bridge safely.  

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