Districts Impacted
The Callaway County Route H bridge over the Middle River is slated for rehabilitation work in 2026. Built in 1964, the supporting structure is in good condition, but the driving surface has deteriorated and needs to be replaced.
The proposed traffic control plans for construction calls for closing Route H with a signed detour throughout the bridge deck replacement.
PROJECT PROGRESS
The Missouri Department of Transportation is in the process of designing a new bridge deck. The plans for the new deck, which will be the same width as the existing structure, include new approach pavement and installing new guardrail.
This project is not expected to require any new right-of-way acquisition.
The estimated total cost (engineering and construction) for this project is $683,000. This cost may change.
During the three-week comment period running May 22 – June 12, 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, May 29, 2025, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Carrington Baptist Church located at 3301 State Hwy H, Fulton. 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 through June 12, 2025.
- By email – Send comments through June 12, 2025, to CDCR@modot.mo.gov with the subject line: Route H Bridge Deck Replacement over Middle River in Callaway County.
- By traditional mail – Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO 65109, postmarked by June 12, 2025. Please reference: Route H Bridge Deck Replacement over Middle River in Callaway County.
As part of their April 2026 meeting, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $621,376.51 contract for this work to E & C Bridge, LLC.
On June 29, construction crews plan to close the bridge to all traffic. The bridge is tentatively scheduled to reopen in September.
During construction, motorists will be directed around the closure via Callaway County Route J and U.S. Route 54.
At this time, the new bridge deck is expected to be completed in September.
Meeting Materials
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is MoDOT replacing the bridge deck?
Originally built in 1964, the supporting structures are in good condition, but the driving surface has deteriorated and needs to be replaced.
How will this bridge work affect traffic?
The proposed traffic control plans for construction call for closing Route H with a signed detour.
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 H Bridge Deck Replacement over Middle River in Callaway County on your inquiries.
How can I stay updated on the project’s progress?
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Project Updates
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Callaway County Route H, west of Fulton, to close next week
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – Callaway County Route H, west of Fulton, is set to close next week at Middle River for the driving surface to be replaced. During construction, a signed detour will route all traffic around the closure.
On June 29, construction...
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Input sought on Route H bridge deck replacement over the Middle River
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo – The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community feedback on 2026 plans to rehabilitate the Callaway County Route H bridge over the Middle River. Built in 1964, the supporting structures of the Middle River Bridge...