Comment period open for Dent County bridge replacement project…

JEFFERSON CITY , M o . - The Missouri Department of Transportation is seeking community input on a project to replace the Missouri Route 32 bridge over Huzzah Creek in Dent County. Built in 193 1 , the Huzzah Creek bridge is in poor condition, showing signs it has reached the end of its useful life, and in need of replacement. The roadway is anticipated to remain open during construction, with a one-lane temporary bypass in place and temporary traffic signals directing motorists through the work zone.

As part of the design process, MoDOT is seeking community input and has multiple ways by which interested parties can provide feedback during the open comment period, Jan. 27 - Feb. 17 , 202 6 . By commenting, questioning, and provi ding community insight, the public's input is essential in helping to guide the design and construction process.

• In person - An open-house style public meeting will be held T ue sday, Feb. 3 , 202 6 , from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Quad County Fire Department , 80 State Highway 49, in Viburnum . The project team will be on hand to answer questions , provide information, and receive input about the project. There will be no formal presentation, so attendees may come and go as they please at any time during the advertised hours.

• MoDOT is committed to providing equal access to this event for all participants. If you need a reasonable accommodation or translation services, please contact MoDOT, Friday , Jan. 30 by calling 573-522-5178 or by emailing [email protected] , so arrangements can be made.

• By email - Send comments no later than Feb. 17 , 202 6 , to [email protected] with the subject line: Missouri Route 32 bridge replacement over Huzzah Creek in Dent County .

• By traditional mail - Comments may be mailed to Missouri Department of Transportation, 1511 Missouri Boulevard , Jefferson City, MO 65109 , postmarked by Feb. 17, 2026. Please reference: Missouri Route 32 bridge replacement over Huzzah Creek in 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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