Engineering firm begins bridge deck pour at Cherokee Landing Wednesday night

The St. Francois County Commission held a meeting on June 24, 2025, focusing on several key infrastructure projects and updates. The meeting began with a reminder for residents to check the county website for upcoming meeting schedules.

One of the primary discussions centered around the bridge deck project. An engineering firm announced that they would begin pouring the bridge deck on Wednesday night at 10:00 PM, a decision made to avoid the excessive heat of the day. To prevent cracking during the curing process, a sprinkler system is being set up to keep the concrete moist. The total amount of concrete to be poured is 572 yards.

The meeting also addressed the ongoing construction of a bathhouse at Cherokee Landing. The contractor, Capital, is currently facing personnel shortages, prompting the need for additional bids for the bathtub pad installation. Two bids have already been received, with a third pending. The lowest bid is below the contracted price, which will require adjustments before proceeding. The county will cover the costs associated with this work, as it was already included in the contract.

The Commission plans to review the third bid and is prepared to take action promptly, with hopes of finalizing decisions by the next day. The meeting concluded with a reminder for all parties involved to ensure proper scheduling and notifications for upcoming work.