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MoDOT Invites Springfield Residents to Discuss I-44 Melville Road Bridge Replacement Plans

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Published on June 19, 2025
MoDOT Invites Springfield Residents to Discuss I-44 Melville Road Bridge Replacement PlansSource: Google Street View

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced plans for the Melville Road Bridge Replacement Project over I-44 in Springfield, and they are inviting the public to weigh in. Residents can mark their calendars for July 1, to discuss anticipated traffic disruptions during construction and to gather further details about the project. MoDOT stated the information would be shared during a public meeting.

The slated meeting adheres to a come-and-go format, allowing people to partake anytime between 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., and will unfold at the Library Station: Santa Fe Community Room, conveniently located at 2535 N Kansas Expressway, Springfield. Attendees can ask questions and absorb the project specifics, without the confines of a formal presentation. For those unable to bridge the gap to the in-person gathering, MoDOT assures digital access to exhibits and project facts can be obtained by visiting their website.

MoDOT is also emphasizing their commitment to inclusivity for this event. They encourage individuals requiring a reasonable accommodation or translation services to make their needs known by contacting Southwest District Communications at 417-895-7600 before June 24. Furthermore, for anyone who is unable to utilize the online meeting space, MoDOT's Southwest District Office is ready to make amends and arrange alternatives for information sharing.