ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking public input regarding a bridge replacement project on Holt County Route B at the bridge over Hickory Creek. The project, currently in the design stage, would replace the 83-year-old timber pile bridge which is in poor condition.
As part of the project, the grade of the bridge will be raised and roadway near the bridge will be corrected to provide for better sight distance. In order to make these improvements, provide safe slopes, and maintain a utility corridor, additional right of way will be required, including a 0.40-acre section from the Nodaway Valley Conservation Area (Conservation Commission of Missouri). MoDOT will begin outreach to affected property owners soon.
This project is currently scheduled to go out for contractor bids as part of MoDOT’s February 2023 letting with construction expected during the 2023 construction season. The road will be closed to all traffic during the closure. At this time, a signed detour is not planned. Motorists will need to seek an alternate route during the closure.
The project will also close the entrance to the primitive campsite within the Nodaway Valley Conservation Area at Road 225 for up to 50 days.
Anyone wishing to comment on the project may do so by Friday, Aug. 26, in the following ways:
- Online: https://www.modot.org/holt-county-route-b-bridge-replacement-over-hickory-creek
- E-mail: nwcr@modot.mo.gov
- Mail (postmarked by Aug. 26):
Holt County Route B Hickory Creek Project
Missouri Department of Transportation
3602 North Belt Highway
St. Joseph, MO 64506
We are committed to providing equal access for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact MoDOT Customer Service at 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636) by Friday, Aug. 19.
For more information about this and other MoDOT projects in your area, sign up online for work zone updates, visit modot.org/mo-go to view the online Traveler Information Map, or call 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636). In addition, MoDOT provides updated information via social media.
Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
###