JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community feedback on plans to rehabilitate the Missouri Route 179 bridge over Rock Creek in Cole County. Built in 1936, the supporting structures of the Rock Creek Bridge are in good condition, but the driving surface has deteriorated and needs to be replaced. The current plan would close Route 179 at the bridge, with a signed detour, with construction expected in 2026.
Public input is essential to help guide the design and construction process, by commenting, questioning and providing insight during the in-person meeting and the two-week comment period.
The open-house style meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 29, at the at the Centertown City Hall located at 1227 Broadway, Centertown. Attendees may come and go as they please at any time from 4:30 to 6 p.m., as there will be no formal presentation. The project team will be on- hand to answer questions, provide information, and receive input about the project. The meeting exhibits will also be made available online beginning July 22.
In addition to the public meeting, there will be a two-week comment period running July 22 – Aug. 5. Input can be submitted online through a form on the project webpage, emailed to CDCR@modot.mo.gov, or mailed to Route 179 Bridge Deck Replacement over Rock Creek in Cole County, c/o MoDOT, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO, 65102. All comments must be received or postmarked by Aug. 5.
More details are available about the project here: https://www.modot.org/projects/route-179-bridge-deck-replacement-over-rock-creek-cole-county.
MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation or translation services, please contact MoDOT, by Friday, July 25, by calling 573-522-5178 or by emailing CDCR@modot.mo.gov, so arrangements can be made.
MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.
For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media:
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