Districts Impacted
Project Summary
The Missouri Route 163 (Providence Road) bridge over Hinkson Creek in Columbia, is scheduled for a replacement of the northbound bridge deck (driving surface) in 2027. Built in 1968, the supporting structures are in good condition, but the northbound deck is in poor condition and in need of replacement.
Providence Road is expected to remain open during construction with northbound traffic being narrowed to one lane. Traffic will be maintained by shifting all vehicles onto the southbound lanes, which will carry two lanes of southbound traffic and one lane of northbound traffic.
PUBLIC MEETING
An in-person public meeting will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at the General Services Building at the University of Missouri from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Members of the project team will be on hand to provide information 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 19,000 motorists who use the bridge on an average day, while being responsible stewards of available funding.
Meeting Materials
Current Bridge Conditions
North deck view of Providence Road over Hinkson Creek (2025).
South deck view of Providence Road over Hinkson Creek (2023).
Bridge Location
Project Progress
The Missouri Department of Transportation is in the process of designing a new bridge deck on Providence Road over Hinkson Creek. The project also includes new approach pavement, pavement markings, and barriers.
This project is not expected to require any new right-of-way acquisition.
The estimated total cost (engineering and construction) for this project is $2.6 million. This cost may change.
During the three-week comment period running May 21 – June 11, 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.
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In-person - An open-house-style public meeting will be held Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the General Services Building in Room 131 at the University of Missouri, located at 900 E. Stadium Boulevard in Columbia. 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.
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Online - All meeting exhibits are available on this website, and feedback may be submitted using the form below by June 11, 2026.
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By email – Send comments to CDCR@modot.mo.gov by June 11, 2026, with the subject line: Missouri Route 163 Bridge Deck Replacement over Hinkson Creek in Boone County.
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By traditional mail – Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109, postmarked by June 11, 2026. Please reference: Missouri Route 163 Bridge Deck Replacement over Hinkson Creek in Boone County.
The project is currently scheduled to be part of MoDOT's December 2026 letting, when contractors may submit competitive bids. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission may award the contract as part of their January 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.
During the estimated two-month construction period, both directions of Providence Road are expected to remain open, with northbound traffic shifted to the southbound lanes and narrowed to one lane. Both southbound lanes are expected to remain open, but shifted to accommodate the single northbound lane.
At this time, the new driving surface is expected to be completed by December 2027.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is MoDOT replacing the bridge deck?
Built in 1968, the supporting structures are in good condition, but the northbound deck is in poor condition and in need of replacement.
Why is only the northbound bridge getting a new driving surface?
The southbound bridge is a separate, newer structure built in 1989 and is currently in good condition.
How will this bridge work affect traffic?
During the estimated two-month construction period, both directions of Providence Road are expected to remain open, with northbound traffic shifted to the southbound lanes and narrowed to one lane. Both southbound lanes are expected to remain open, but shifted to accommodate the single northbound lane.
What is the expected completion date for this project?
At this time, the new driving surface is expected to be completed by December 2027.
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 Missouri Route 163 Bridge Deck Replacement over Hinkson Creek in Boone County on your inquiries.
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Project News
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