Districts Impacted
The Dove Road bridge over I-44 in Caffeyville is slated for rehabilitation work in 2027. To extend the life of the bridge, built in 1978, proposed improvements include joint and deck repairs and a concrete overlay.
The proposed plans call for closing Dove Road with a signed detour throughout construction.
Current bridge facts at a glance
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Built: |
Deck width: |
Bridge length: |
Average daily traffic: |
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1978 |
35 feet |
232 feet |
1,280 vehicles |
PUBLIC MEETING
An in-person public meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at the Laclede County R-1 Junior High/Senior High Library from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Members of the project team will be on hand to answer questions, provide information, and receive direct feedback on construction staging and answer questions from the community. There will be no formal presentation, so members of the public can come and go as they please. By participating and commenting, the public can help MoDOT determine what best serves the needs of the roughly 1,300 motorists who use the bridge on an average day while being responsible stewards of available funding.
Meeting Materials
PROJECT PROGRESS
The Missouri Department of Transportation is in the process of designing improvements to extend the life of the bridge, including repairing a bridge joint, repairing the deck, and overlaying the deck with latex modified concrete.
This project is not expected to require any new right-of-way acquisition.
The estimated total cost (engineering and construction) for this project is $602,000. This cost may change.
During the three-week comment period running Oct. 15 – Nov. 5, 2026, the community and interested parties will have multiple avenues to learn about, ask questions, and submit input regarding the planned work and associated traffic impacts.
- In-person - An open-house-style public meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, at the Laclede County R-1 Junior High/Senior High Library, located at 726 W Jefferson Ave in Conway. 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.
- Online - All meeting exhibits will be available on this website, and feedback may be submitted using the form below.
- By email – Send comments to CDCR@modot.mo.gov with the subject line: Dove Road Bridge Rehabilitation over I-44 in Laclede County.
- By traditional mail – Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109, postmarked by Nov. 5, 2026. Please reference: Dove Road Bridge Rehabilitation over I-44 in Laclede County.
The project is currently scheduled to be part of MoDOT's February 2027 letting when contractors may submit competitive bids. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission may award the contract as part of their March 2027 meeting and, if the contract is awarded, a notice to proceed date will also be given. That is the earliest date the contractor may begin work.
Construction is expected to take place in 2027.
The proposed plans call for closing Dove Road with a signed detour throughout construction.
At this time, the rehabilitation work is expected to be complete by Dec. 1, 2027.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is MoDOT rehabilitating the bridge?
To extend the life of the bridge, built in 1978, proposed improvements include joint and deck repairs and a concrete overlay.
How will this bridge work affect traffic?
The proposed plans call for closing Dove Road with a signed detour throughout construction.
How long will traffic be impacted?
Construction is expected to take approximately 6 weeks.
What if I have further questions?
You may email cdcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636). Please reference Dove Road Bridge Rehabilitation over I-44 in Laclede County on your inquiries.
How can I stay updated on the project’s progress?
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Project Updates
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