As Valentine's Day gifts go, the reopening of the Putnam County Missouri Route 129 bridge over North Blackbird Creek was both practical and timely. The bridge, located north of Unionville, is once more in operation following a significant replacement effort under the Northwest Bridge Bundle Project. The Capital – Horner & Shifrin team, in partnership with the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), managed to deliver on the promise of improved infrastructure, reopening the bridge last Friday, as reported by MoDOT.
For those not in the know, the Northwest Bridge Bundle is a hefty endeavor aimed at either replacing or rehabilitating 31 bridges considered to be in poor condition across north central Missouri. For a full list of these bridges ,and to see if your commute might be getting an upgrade, you can head to their web page dedicated to the project. This just goes to show that sometimes, the most impactful gestures aren't about glitz and glamour, but about concrete and steel—that can actually make a difference in our day-to-day lives.
MoDOT isn’t shy about safety either. They reminded the public that helping everyone stay safe on these new and improved roads is a team effort. "MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones," a note of caution that speaks to our shared responsibility on the road. And for those who like to stay informed, MoDOT encourages motorists to check for any work zones they might encounter at traveler.modot.org.
Moreover, for the ardent planner, updates are just a click or a call away. Signup for their eUpdates lands what’s happening straight to your inbox, or dial in 888-ASK-MODOT (275-6636) for details. Social media users aren't left in the lurch either, MoDOT is available across various platforms, ensuring you're connected with them, on whichever network you prefer.
