Districts Impacted
MoDOT is working to bring existing sidewalks and pedestrian facilities along state-maintained routes into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Existing facilities in Chula, Ludlow and Wheeling will be upgraded as part of this effort.
Project Progress
MoDOT's Planning and Design team are designing a project which will upgrade existing pedestrian and sidewalk facilities in Chula, Ludlow and Wheeling to be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Kimley-Horn, working with MoDOT, will be contacting local residents in those three communities to obtain temporary construction easements.
This project was part of MoDOT's Sept. 15, 2023, letting, when contractors submitted competitive bids for the project.
At their October 2023 meeting, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded a $584,138.50 contract to BRS Construction, LLC to complete the ADA sidewalk improvement project.
The earliest date on which the contractor could begin work is Nov. 6, 2023.
All schedules are tentative and subject to change.
Ludlow (Routes D and DD):
- March 11 - April 29.
Chula (Route K):
- May 9 - 10.
Wheeling (Route B):
- May 13 - late June.
The contractor expects to complete the project by May 2024.
By contract, all work must be complete on or before Dec. 1, 2024.
Approximate Project Limits
The blue line indicates the approximate limits of the proposed ADA improvements within the city limits of Wheeling, Missouri.
The blue line indicates the approximate limits of the proposed ADA improvements within the city limits of Ludlow, Missouri.
The blue line indicates the approximate limits of the proposed ADA improvements within the city limits of Chula, Missouri.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Why is MoDOT improving sidewalks in these three towns?
A: MoDOT is working to bring all existing sidewalks and pedestrian facilities along state-maintained routes into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The facilities in Chula, Ludlow and Wheeling require improvements in order to be in compliance.
Q: Will you need permanent right of way acquisitions to complete the project?
A: At this time, only temporary construction easements are anticipated. These will only be in effect for the duration of the construction. Once the project is complete, the easements expire.
Q: Who can I contact if I have further questions?
A: You may call 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636) and ask to speak to Project Manager Rick Orr, or you may email NWCR@modot.mo.gov.
Q: How can I stay updated on the project's progress?
A: Sign up for project-specific updates using the form below.
Project News
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Sidewalk improvements to begin next week in Ludlow
St. Joseph, Mo. – A sidewalk improvement project is scheduled to begin Monday, March 11, in Ludlow. The project to help ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), funded in part through the Transportation Alternatives Program...