Counties Impacted
McDonald
Route Impacted
H
Work Type
Bridge Replacement
Highway Feature
Goodin Hollow Creek
Planning Phase

Project Milestones

In Progress
Virtual (Online) Public Meeting
February 15-28
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Not Started
Project Out for Bid
May 2026
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Not Started
Project Awarded to Contractor
June 2026
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Not Started
Construction Begins
Summer 2026
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Not Started
Project Completion
Late 2026
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Purpose and Need

The Missouri Route H bridge over Goodin Hollow Creek in McDonald County was built in 1963 and is in deteriorating condition in need of frequent maintenance.

Project Information

The contractor will demolish the current bridge and rebuild it with a bridge that is 10 feet longer and four (4) feet wider than the current one. In addition, the contractor will add permanent striping and object markers to the ends of the bridge.

NEWS RELEASES

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this bridge being replaced?

The Route H Goodin Hollow Creek bridge was built in 1963 and is in deteriorating condition in frequent need of maintenance.

 

Will access to the entrances and county road near the bridge be restricted during construction? 

No.  The bridge itself will be closed for up to five (5) months during construction, however the entrances and county road on either ends of the bridge will remain open.

 

How will residents and tourists get around the closure?

A detour will be signed over Interstate 49, Route EE, and Business 71.  Detour signs and changeable message boards will direct traffic onto the detour.

 

How can I ask a question or leave feedback about this project?

MoDOT will be hosting a virtual (online) public meeting from February 15-28, 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.

You are invited to take part in a virtual (online) public meeting Feb. 15-28. We are looking for you questions and/or comments about this project by filling out the form that will appear below beginning Feb. 15.

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Project Contacts

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Craig Switzer
Title
Transportation Project Manager
Department
Southwest District
Contact Info

Email: Craig.Switzer@modot.mo.gov

Phone: (417) 621-6331

Fax: (417) 629-3314

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Beth Schaller
Title
Area Engineer
Department
Southwest District
Contact Info
Forward 44: Southwest I-44 Improvements Deputy Project Director,
Ozarks Transportation Organization: Greene & Christian Counties
Email: Beth.Schaller@modot.mo.gov
Phone: (417) 529-4120