HANNIBAL – Weather permitting, October 18, bridge painting work will begin on Northbound U.S. Route 61, over Norfolk Southern Railroad and over Bear Creek in Ralls County, just north of Warren Barrett Drive in Hannibal.
Motorists can expect delays as the following traffic impacts will be in place for the duration of the project:
- One-lane on northbound U.S. 61 between Warren Barrett Drive and Market Street intersections
- Reduced speed
- Width restrictions requiring oversized loads to be directed over other state routes
- Right-in / Right-out only at Red Devil Road and Warren Barrett Drive
- Red Devil Road can only be accessed off southbound U.S. 61
- Temporary closure of the U.S. 61 median crossover at Warren Barrett / Red Devil Road
Drivers can learn more about the specific traffic impacts by viewing the video created to help keep drivers informed: Traffic Impact Video. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as schedule changes occur.
Omega Coatings & Construction, LLC was awarded the contract this spring in the amount of $431,430.80. Anticipated completion of the bridge painting work is scheduled for November 1, 2024. All work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
Included in this bridge painting contract is an additional bridge located on U.S. 54, over West Fork Cuivre River in Audrain County, which is currently in progress.
For more information on this and other projects in your area, please contact MoDOT’s Customer Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636). Work with us in the work zone! Please remember to obey all work zone signs and personnel. With an increased number of highway work zones in Missouri, we urge all drivers to pay attention every second while driving, especially through a work zone. Be informed of your route by checking the MoDOT Traveler Information Map before you travel.