Proposed Project Timeline (subject to change)
MoDOT employees and consultants are working together to design a bridge deck replacement project for the U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River in Gentry County and Harrison Route EE Panther Creek bridges.
MoDOT will not need to acquire any additional right of way for the project.
MoDOT hosted two opportunities to receive community feedback in July 2020 regarding the bridge deck replacement projects.
The projects are currently scheduled in the October 2020 letting. At that time contractors will be able to submit competitive bids for the projects.
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission reviewed all bids and awarded the contract to Emery Sapp & Sons at their November 2020 meeting
The Notice to Proceed date is the earliest the contractor may begin work on the project. This is currently scheduled for January 2021.
The contactor completed construction on the Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge and the roadway reopened on Monday, May 3.
The Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge closed to all traffic Wednesday, May 19, and reopened Friday, Aug. 13.
In order to safely place the new bridge decks in the shortest amount of time, the bridges will be closed to all traffic during construction.
The Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge closed to all traffic on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 and reopened on Friday, Aug. 13.
The contactor completed construction on the Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge and the roadway reopened on Monday, May 3.
The Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge reopened on Aug. 13, 2021.
Project News and Information
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Gentry County U.S. Route 169 bridge now open
St. Joseph, Mo. – Gentry County U.S. Route 169 is now open at the Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge. Contractors from Emery Sapp & Sons Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, opened the roadway Friday afternoon, Aug. 13...
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Reminder: Gentry U.S. Route 169 bridge deck replacement to begin Wednesday
St. Joseph, Mo. – The bridge on Gentry County U.S. Route 169 over Middle Fork of the Grand River, near Gentry, will soon receive a new deck. Contractors from Emery Sapp & Sons Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will begin...
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Gentry U.S. Route 169 bridge deck replacement to begin soon
St. Joseph, Mo. – The bridge on Gentry County U.S. Route 169 over Middle Fork of the Grand River, near Gentry, will soon receive a new deck. Contractors from Emery Sapp & Sons Inc., working with the Missouri Department of Transportation, will begin...
What is the purpose of the project?
This bridge improvement project will include the U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River bridge in Gentry County and Harrison Route EE Panther Creek bridges. Both bridges, built in 1961, will receive new decks as part of Gov. Mike Parson’s $351 million Focus on Bridges program, which will repair or replace 250 bridges across the state.
Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge Plans, Detour and Pictures
During the closure of the U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge in Gentry County, motorists will be directed by a signed detour on Routes W and YY.
Local traffic will have access to 270th Street, but may experience intermittent delays as the contract loads and unloads equipment at the construction site.
Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge Plans
Gentry U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge Profile
Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge Deterioration
Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge Deterioration
Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge Deck
Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge Plans, Detour and Pictures
A signed detour will not be used during the closure of the Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge. Advanced warning signs will be placed along Route EE during the project to inform motorist of the closure.
Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge Plans
Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge Profile
Underneath the Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge
Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge Deterioration
Harrison County Route EE Panther Creek Bridge Deck
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is MoDOT closing the road during construction?
A: Closing the bridges saves taxpayer money by allowing the contractor to work more efficiently and will result in a shorter construction period.
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Q: What is the current proposed detour?
A: Gentry County U.S. Route 169 Middle Fork of the Grand River Bridge: Motorists will be directed along a signed detour using Routes W and YY
Harrison Route EE Panther Creek Bridge: Due to low traffic volumes, a signed detour will not be utilized during the closure.
Q: Why not build a bypass?
A: Based on the cost/benefit ratio, building a bypass would not be a good use of taxpayer funds.
Q: Will MoDOT have to purchase any right of way?
A: Right of way acquisition will not be necessary for these projects.
Q: Who can I contact if I have further questions?
A: Questions about the project may be directed to MoDOT Customer Service at I-888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636)
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