Public input sought on Dent County bridge project…

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community input on a project which will replace the Dent County Route B bridge over Dry Creek in 2026. Built in 1939, the Dry Creek bridge is in poor condition, showing signs it has reached the end of its useful life, and in need of replacement. Currently, construction will require a full roadway closure for Route B at the bridge, with a signed detour.

The public is invited to attend an open-house style meeting on Thursday, Nov. 20, at the Salem Public Library, north basement meeting space, 403 N. Jackson Street in Salem. Visitors may stop by at any time between 4:30 and 6 p.m. to speak with project team members, view exhibits outlining the planned work and proposed detour, ask questions and leave comments. There will be no formal presentation. Meeting materials will also be available online.

In addition to the public meeting, there will be a three-week open comment period running Nov. 13 - Dec. 4. Input may be submitted online through a form on the project webpage, emailed to [email protected], or mailed to 1511 Missouri Boulevard, Jefferson City, MO, 65102. All comments must be received or postmarked by Dec. 4, 2025.

More details are available about the project here: www.modot.org/projects/route-b-bridge-replacement-over-dry-creek-dent-county.

MoDOT asks all motorists to work with us by buckling up, putting your phone down, obeying all traffic signs, and slowing down and moving over in work zones. Motorists are advised to use extra caution through work zones, obey all traffic signs, and avoid any distractions.

For traffic updates or other transportation-related matters, please call 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636) or visit our Traveler Information Map. Information is also available 24/7 via social media. Follow the MoDOT Central Missouri District on social media:

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