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El Dorado Springs Community Center
135 W. Spring Street
El Dorado Springs, Mo. 64744
This is a come-and-go style meeting with no formal presentation. If you cannot attend, please review the project information and complete the comment form below between August 18 and September 1.
Purpose and Need
These two bridges were built in 1949 (Missouri Route 39) and 1953 (Cedar County Route N) and need to be replaced and redecked to meet today's design standards.
Project Information
Contractor crews will replace Missouri Route 39 bridge with a new bridge and redeck the Cedar Country Route N bridge. In addition, the contractor will add barrier walls to each side of the bridges, permanent striping, guardrail on the Route 39 bridge and object markers at the Route N bridge.
NEWS RELEASES
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Bridge Improvements on Routes 39 & N in Cedar Co. Focus of Public Meeting Aug. 25
El Dorado Springs – The public is invited to participate in an in-person public meeting on Tuesday, August 25, to learn more about plans to make improvements to two bridges in Cedar County, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are these bridges being replaced?
These two bridges were built in 1949 (Missouri Route 39) and 1953 (Cedar County Route N) and need to be replaced and redecked to meet today's design standards.
Is MoDOT purchasing property from landowners?
No right-of-way purchases are anticipated at this time.
Will I be able to access my property on Missouri Route 39 and Cedar County Route N?
Yes. All driveways and field entrances will be accessible; however drivers will not be able to drive through the work zones when bridges have been demolished and the new bridges are under construction.
Is MoDOT signing a detour around these bridges?
No, there will be no signed detour. Drivers should find alternate routes around the work zones.
Will these bridges be closed at the same time?
Likely, no. However, that will be up to the contractor’s schedule. Since these bridges are not on the same route, it is possible they could be closed together.
How long will each bridge be closed?
Each bridge will be closed for up to four (4) months.
How do I ask a question or leave feedback about this project?
MoDOT will be hosting a virtual (online) public meeting from August 18 through September 1, 2026. During that time, you may return to this website and fill out a feedback form found here. You may also send us an e-mail at swcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at (417) 895-7600.
Project Contacts
Shannon Kellner
Title
Transportation Project Manager
Department
Southwest District
Contact Info
Email: Shannon.Kellner@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 880-8046
Email: Shannon.Kellner@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 880-8046
Michael Wake
Title
Area Engineer
Department
Southwest District
Contact Info
Harry S Truman Coordinating Council, JATSO & Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission: Barton, Jasper, McDonald, & Newton Counties
Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission: Bates, Benton, Cedar, Henry, Hickory, St. Clair & Vernon Counties
Email: Michael.Wake@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 872-2224
Harry S Truman Coordinating Council, JATSO & Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission: Barton, Jasper, McDonald, & Newton Counties
Kaysinger Basin Regional Planning Commission: Bates, Benton, Cedar, Henry, Hickory, St. Clair & Vernon Counties
Email: Michael.Wake@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 872-2224