Residents and commuters in Daviess County will need to brace for road closures as the Missouri Route 190 Bridge over Clear Creek, north of Lock Springs is set for a replacement starting July 7. Capital Paving & Construction, LLC, which has been contracted by the Missouri Department of Transportation, is taking on the project. According to a MoDOT announcement, the closure is expected to last until mid-November, while crews work on the bridge.
During this period, traffic on Route 190 will be directed away from the bridge as it undergoes the replacement work. MoDOT has prepared a detour, routing vehicles to use U.S. Route 65 and Missouri Route 6, these alternative paths aim to minimize travel disruption while the bridge is inaccessible. For those depending on this route for daily transit, the detour will be a notable, albeit temporary adjustment in the routine. Local drivers are being asked to plan their trips ahead and expect some delays.
The bridge replacement is not just a matter of inconvenience but one of necessity. As infrastructure ages, the safety and efficiency of travel can be compromised. MoDOT’s commitment to maintaining and improving transport routes is seen as a crucial element to the welfare and economic vitality of the region.
MoDOT also issued a gentle reminder for drivers, "MoDOT asks drivers to work with us by always buckling up, keeping your phone down, slowing down and moving over in work zones." These safety precautions, part of ongoing efforts to protect both the workers on-site and the traveling public, are critical during the span of the construction. Updates on the project's progress, can be accessed through MoDOT's website, where interested parties can find more detailed information about the bridge replacement efforts and other transportation updates.
To stay informed about the project or to check the status of other local construction, residents are encouraged to visit the Missouri Department of Transportation website for the latest updates.
