Districts Impacted
Project Milestones
Stockton High School
1 Tiger Drive, Stockton, MO 65785
Purpose and Need
Sections of Missouri Route 32 in Cedar and Polk counties will be straightened, eliminating sharp curves and creating a safer, more efficient roadway for drivers.
Project Information:
Contractor crews will remove several sharp curves along Missouri Route 32 in Cedar and Polk counties and build a straighter section of highway. In addition, the bridge over Barren Creek in Polk County will be replaced and dedicated left turn lanes at Route 245 and Route 123 will be added.
News Releases
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Project to Realign Sections of Route 32 in Cedar & Polk Counties Focus of Public Hearing March 18
Southwest District – The public is invited to participate in an in-person public hearing to learn more about plans to realign sections of Missouri Route 32 in Cedar and Polk counties, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
The open-house...
Project Displays
- Project Fact Sheet
- Project Locations Map
- Route 32 at Cedar Co. Road 1350
- Route 32 at Cedar Co. Route CC
- Detour Map for Culvert Replacement at Route 32 North of Cedar Co. Route CC
- Route 32 at Route 245 in Cedar Co.
- Route 32 at Route 123 in Polk Co.
- Route 32 Over Barren Creek in Polk County
- Route 32 at Polk Co. 76th Road
- Detour Map for Culvert Replacement at Route 32 Near Polk Co. 76th Road
- Typical Section
Missouri Route 32 at Cedar Co. Route CC
Missouri Route 32 at Cedar Co. Road 1350
Missouri Route 32 Bridge Over Barren Creek
Missouri Route 32 at Missouri Route 245 in Polk Co.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Will there be any signed detours where the work on realigning and widening of Missouri Route 32 is being done?
Yes, at two locations. For the replacement of the box culvert at Route 32 just north of Cedar County Route CC, electronic message boards will direct drivers along a signed detour using Missouri Route 97 and Route CC. For the culvert replacement on Route 32 at Polk County 76th Road, electronic message boards drivers will direct drivers along a detour of Missouri Route 13 and Polk County Route BB.
Where the widening is being done at Missouri Route 123 and Missouri Route 245, traffic will be reduced to one lane. Drivers should expect delays in these locations and are urged to find alternate routes.
Most of the rest of work the realignment locations or Route 32 will be done away from traffic with temporary closures to tie the new road into the existing pavement.
Will there be any signed detours when the Route 32/Barren Creek bridge is closed?
No, a temporary bypass and crossing will be constructed around the existing bridge to allow traffic continued access through this location. The bypass will be signed for 35 MPH for the duration of the bridge construction.
How were the locations for realignment of Route 32 chosen?
These locations were identified because of the large number of crashes. The curves will be straightened creating a safer, more efficient roadway for drivers.
The Barren Creek bridge will be 100 years old in 2025 and there have been multiple crashes in the vicinity of the bridge.
Will there be any change to the speed limits once the projects are complete?
Currently, through the curve locations there are advisory curve signs with a posted speed of 35 MPH and chevron arrow signs. Once completed, these signs will be eliminated and the speed will be the normal posted speed of 55 mph.
Will any property be impacted?
The new construction will require acquisition of right-of-way and temporary easements from 21 property owners. Please review the exhibits for additional information. If your property is impacted, MoDOT will be contacting you soon.
How do I ask a question or leave feedback?
You may also send us an e-mail at swcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at (417) 895-7600.
What is the project timeline?
The project will be awarded in the fall of 2026.
Completion of the project is expected to be the fall of 2027.