The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced plans to replace a bridge located on Route 137 over the BNSF Railroad and East 1st Street in Howell County. The bridge is situated between Business 63/East Main Street and West Valley in Willow Springs, Missouri.
Construction on this critical project is expected to begin as early as summer 2026. During the replacement process, Route 137 will be closed in the vicinity of the bridge for approximately six months. Additionally, East 1st Street will also be closed near the bridge throughout the entire construction period.
MoDOT has made plans, maps, and additional information regarding the bridge replacement available for public review at the MoDOT Regional Office located at 3956 E Main St., Willow Springs. These materials can be inspected and copied by the public.
For those requiring assistance in another language, MoDOT Project Manager Jacob Capeder is available at (417) 252-4520. Requests for assistance should be made by Friday, March 21, 2025.
Additionally, any individual impacted by this project may request a public meeting to discuss the proposed improvements. Requests for a public meeting should be submitted in writing to Assistant District Engineer Jason Williams at 2675 North Main St., Sikeston, MO 63801 by Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
For more information, MoDOT Project Manager Jacob Capeder can be reached at (417) 252-4520, or MoDOT’s Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK MoDOT (275-6636). Public comments and questions can also be submitted online at www.modot.org/form/137Howell by Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
This bridge replacement project will help ensure the continued safety and reliability of the Route 137 corridor for all travelers.
