Online comment now open for Howard and Boone County bridge replacements project

BOONE/HOWARD COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ)

The Missouri Department of Transportation is inviting nearby residents and travelers to share their thoughts on the possible replacements of the Route 240 spur bridge over Moniteau Creek, near Rocheport, and the Route 40 bridge over Salt Creek and the Katy Trail.

Officials report the the 58-year-old Moniteau Creek bridge and the 80-year-old Salt Creek bridge are in need of replacement. The new Salt Creek bridge will be two feet wider than the existing bridge, increasing motorist safety.

Only one bridge will be under construction at a time.

The Route 240 spur will be closed at the bridge for up to four months and Route 40 will be closed at the bridge for six months while construction takes place. MoDOT says specific closures and detour information will be announced through signs, media releases and social media when a timeline for the project has been established.

The work is expected to begin and be completed in 2022.