11/09/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/09/2026 15:48
HANNIBAL - Weather permitting, as early as November 12, a bridge washing project is scheduled begin on Interstate 72 Mark Twain Memorial Bridge over the Mississippi River at Hannibal. This work will perform preventative maintenance and cleaning on the deck, rails, drains, and superstructure of the bridge.
Traffic will be reduced to one lane with a 12-foot width restriction in place at the location where crews are actively working.
This $194,500 contract was awarded to AAD Contracting, Inc. Operations are tentatively scheduled to be completed before the Thanksgiving holiday, as early as Friday, November 20. All work is weather-dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
For more information on this and other projects in your area, please contact MoDOT's Customer Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MODOT (275-6636). Work with us in the work zone! Please remember to obey all work zone signs and personnel. With an increased number of highway work zones in Missouri, we urge all drivers to pay attention every second while driving, especially through a work zone. Be informed of your route by checking the MoDOT Traveler Information Map before you travel.