MoDOT - Missouri Department of Transportation

10/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/27/2026 13:14

MoDOT: Missouri Route 123, Missouri Route 83, and Route O Culvert Improvements Project

Polk County - Those interested in the Missouri Route 123, Missouri Route 83, and Route O Culvert Improvements Project in Polk County are invited to view the proposed improvements and project information via a virtual (online) public meeting from Monday, November 9, until Monday, November 23, the Missouri Department of Transportation said.

The virtual public meeting can be accessed here to learn about the project, ask questions, and leave comments: http://www.modot.org/southwest

Comments on this project can be mailed in, emailed, or submitted online through the project website until Monday, November 23. For those unable to access the online meeting, contact MoDOT's Southwest District Office at 417.895.7600, and accommodations will be made to share the information.

Project highlights:

  • Replace Missouri Route 123 culvert over Spring Creek north of Fair Play with a bridge
  • Repair Missouri Route 83 culvert over Mile Creek in Bolivar
  • Repair Polk County Route O culvert over Ashlock Creek north of Bolivar

Traffic Impacts:

  • Route 123 CLOSED at Spring Creek for up to 4 months
    • Route 123 signed detour includes: Route 123, Route 32, and Route 13
  • Lane Closures on Route 83 and Polk Route O
    • Flaggers will direct traffic through the work zone
    • Watch for crews and equipment working close to traffic

Estimated Total Cost: $1.9 million

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