Public Meeting Scheduled for Bridge Improvements on Route H in Scott County

Blue Ditch Bridge Replacement to be Completed Earlier than Previously Anticipated

SIKESTON- Originally, work on Route H Blue Ditch Bridge in Scott County was projected to begin in summer 2010, but now work will begin a year earlier than anticipated.  The project has been accelerated and bidding will open this June, with completion expected this fall. 

To help the public understand more about this upcoming project, MoDOT will hold a public meeting.  The meeting will be held on Thursday, April 23 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Kelly High School library, Route 77, Benton, Mo. 

The meeting will have an open-house format, meaning that visitors can stop by to talk one-on-one with a member of the project team anytime between 4 and 6 p.m.  No formal presentation will be given. 

"We look forward to sharing our plans for the project with the community at the upcoming meeting," said Project Manager Andy Meyer. "However, those who cannot attend or those who would like to review the materials prior to the meeting can visit MoDOT's Southeast District website."  

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