Council authorizes municipal agreement with MoDOT for Tenth Street Bridge work
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Summary
Council approved an agreement allowing the Missouri Department of Transportation to perform work on the Tenth Street Bridge, authorize detour routing and specified city street closures coordinated around downtown events. Staff said work will include deck and substructure repairs and that closures will be coordinated to minimize disruption.
Council approved a municipal agreement authorizing the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) to conduct repairs on the Tenth Street Bridge and to implement detour routing across city streets.
Staff described the project as bridge‑deck and substructure work that will require periodic lane reductions and detours. The city provided MoDOT with a schedule of downtown events so closures and detours can be coordinated to limit interruptions to local businesses. Staff indicated the project is planned for 2026 and that the agreement allows MoDOT to route traffic onto city streets for the work.
Council conducted a final reading and approved the ordinance authorizing the mayor to sign the municipal agreement with the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission.
Why it matters: Bridge work affects traffic, access to downtown businesses and event planning; early coordination helps reduce impacts during scheduled events.
What’s next: Staff will coordinate detours with MoDOT and downtown event schedules as the project proceeds toward the planned 2026 construction window.