JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community input on a project to replace the Crawford County Route N bridge deck over the Meramec River. Built in 1972, the supporting structures are in good condition, but the deck is in need of replacement. Construction is expected in 2027.
Replacing the bridge deck will require a full closure of Route N at the bridge during construction. A signed detour will direct motorists to use Crawford County Routes J and C, Interstate 44, and Missouri Route 185.
As part of the design process, MoDOT is seeking community input and has multiple ways by which interested parties can provide feedback during the open comment period, April 2 – 23, 2026. By commenting, questioning, and providing community insight, the public’s input is essential in helping to guide the design and construction process.
- In person – An open-house style public meeting will be held Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Bourbon Area Community Center, 575 Elm Street, in Bourbon. The project team will be on hand to answer questions, provide information, and receive input about the project. There will be no formal presentation, so attendees may come and go as they please at any time during the advertised hours.
- 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, Monday, April 6 by calling 573-522-5178 or by emailing CDCR@modot.mo.gov, so arrangements can be made.
- By email – Send comments no later than April 23, 2026, to CDCR@modot.mo.gov with the subject line: Route N Bridge Deck Replacement over Meramec River in Crawford County.
- By traditional mail – Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109, postmarked by April 23, 2026. Please reference: Route N Bridge Deck Replacement over Meramec River in Crawford County.
- Online - All meeting exhibits are available at the project’s webpage Route N Bridge Deck Replacement over Meramec River in Crawford County | Missouri Department of Transportation and feedback may be submitted using the form at the bottom of the page.
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.
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