MoDOT Southeast District

Don Welge Memorial Bridge Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The Missouri and Illinois Departments of Transportation will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of the Don Welge Memorial Bridge on Saturday, July 11, at 11 a.m. The ceremony will take place on the Missouri side of the Mississippi River at the newly constructed bridge.

Public Hearing for U.S. 412 Environmental Study in Dunklin County

MoDOT recently held a public hearing to share findings from the Environmental Assessment (EA) for U.S. Route 412 in Dunklin County. The EA and public hearing materials are available on the project webpage.

Southeast Projects Awarded

During its regular meeting each month, the Missouri Highways and Transportation reviews and awards projects across the state. Learn more about the Southeast District's upcoming projects!

Southeast District Public Meeting Archive

Latest News

  • Route Y in Stoddard County Closed for Bridge Maintenance

    06/17/2026

    SIKESTON—Route Y in Stoddard County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews perform bridge maintenance. 

    This section of roadway is located between Route N and County Road 579 near Bell City, Missouri. 

    Weather permitting, work...

  • Route NN in Perry County Closed for Bridge Replacement

    06/17/2026

    SIKESTON—Route NN in Perry County will be closed as construction crews replace the bridge over the South Fork Saline Creek. 

    This section of roadway is located between County Road 840 and Peaceful Valley Drive near Brewer, Missouri. 

    Weather...

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