Districts Impacted
Project Summary
The Caldwell County Route U bridge over Tom Creek was built in 1958 and carries approximately 196 vehicles per day. MoDOT is designing a project to replace the bridge, rebuild the approaches and install guardrail.
Project Progress
MoDOT is designing the bridge replacement project. This phase includes designing the bridge structure, determining traffic control and the detour to be used during construction, right of way acquisition and a public input period.
MoDOT will offer three opportunities to receive community feedback regarding the bridge replacement project.
- A public meeting will be held on Thursday, June 26 from 4-6 p.m. at Penney High School (903 N Davis St., Hamilton, MO 64644) to discuss the project. Community members may stop by anytime between 4-6 p.m. to learn about the project.
- View the information on this webpage and utilize the form at the bottom of the page to submit your comments and/or sign up for project-specific updates.
- Mail your comments to:
Caldwell County Route U Tom Creek bridge replacement project
Missouri Department of Transportation
3602 North Belt Highway
St. Joseph, MO 64506
All comments must be postmarked by July 10, 2025.
We are committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation or translation services, please contact NW District Communications at 816-901-4529 by June 20, 2025.
Contractors may submit competitive bids during MoDOT's scheduled lettings. This project is scheduled to be a part of the February 2026 letting. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission will consider all submitted bids at its scheduled monthly meeting in March 2026. If the lowest submitted bid meets all necessary criteria, the MHTC may award contracts at that time.
After the contract is awarded, the contractor will work with MoDOT to determine the exact schedule of work.
By contract, all work must be completed on or before Dec. 1, 2026.
Project News
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Planned Roadwork for Northwest Missouri, June 16-22
St. Joseph, Mo. – The following is a list of general highway maintenance and construction work the Missouri Department of Transportation has planned in the Northwest Missouri region for the week of June 16-22.
There may be moving operations...
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MoDOT to hold public meeting for bridge replacement project in Caldwell County
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Transportation will host a public meeting in Hamilton to discuss an upcoming bridge replacement project on the Caldwell County Route U bridge over Tom Creek between Hamilton and Kingston.
You are invited...
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Northwest Missouri Coalition for Roadway Safety grant funds available
St. Joseph, Mo. – Over the last several years, agencies and organizations across Northwest Missouri have received funding for programs aimed at reducing injuries and fatalities on our roadways. With reports showing 39 fatalities within 16 of the...
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What will the impact to traffic be?
A: During construction, the bridge will be closed and motorists will need to seek an alternate route around the closure.
Q: Will MoDOT be acquiring Right of Way?
A: Yes, MoDOT is working property owners regarding right of way acquisition and/or easements near the bridge.
Q: Who can I contact if I have further questions?
A: Questions may be left by calling 888 ASK MODOT (888-275-6636) or emailing nwcr@modot.mo.gov
Q: How can I stay updated on the project's progress?
A: Sign up for project-specific updates at the bottom of this page.
Need More Information?
We're here to help! If you're looking for additional information, you can contact us at:
- nwcr@modot.mo.gov
- 1-888-ASK-MODOT (888 275-6636) - reference Caldwell County Route U Tom Creek Bridge Replacement
- Sign up for eUpdates: Customer Service Signon (mo.gov)