Districts Impacted
Two bridges along Missouri Route 7, between Camden County Route T and the city of Richland, are slated for rehabilitation work in 2026. Both the bridge over Sellars Creek and the bridge over Murphy Creek were built in 1964 and rehabilitated in 1988. While the supporting structures are in good condition, the driving surfaces have deteriorated and need to be replaced.
The traffic control plans for construction have yet to be determined but will likely involve closing Route 7 (at different times for each bridge) with a signed detour.
PROJECT PROGRESS
The Missouri Department of Transportation is in the process of designing new bridge decks.
This project is not expected to require any new right of way acquisition.
The estimated total cost (engineering and construction) for this project is $1.7 million. This cost may change.
During the three-week comment period that ran March 20 - April 10, 2025, the community and interested parties had 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 was held Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Richland City Hall located at 204 E. Washington Ave. The project team was 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 are 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: Route 7 Bridge Deck Replacements over Sellars Creek and Murphy Creek in Camden County.
- By traditional mail – Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109, postmarked by April 10, 2025. Please reference: Route 7 Bridge Deck Replacements over Sellars Creek and Murphy Creek in Camden County.
The project is currently scheduled to be part of MoDOT's December 2025 letting when contractors may submit competitive bids. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission may award the contract as part of their January 2026 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 2026.
The traffic control plans for construction have yet to be determined but will likely involve closing Route 7 with a signed detour. An in-person public meeting will be held on March 27, 2025, to help determine which option best serves the needs of the roughly 2,000 motorists who use the bridges on an average day while being responsible stewards of available funding.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is MoDOT replacing the bridge decks?
Both bridges were built in 1964 and rehabilitated in 1988. While the supporting structures are in good condition, the driving surfaces have deteriorated and need to be replaced.
How will this bridge work affect traffic?
The traffic control plans for construction have yet to be determined but will likely involve closing Route 7 with a signed detour. An in-person public meeting will be held on March 27, 2025, to help determine which option best serves the needs of the roughly 2,000 motorists who use the bridges on an average day while being responsible stewards of available funding.
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 Route 7 Bridge Deck Replacements over Sellars Creek and Murphy Creek in Camden County on your inquiries.
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