Whitewater River bridge in Scott County to close for improvements

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Work to replace the Route P bridge over Whitewater River in Scott County is expected to begin July 18, weather permitting. The road will be closed from Route W in Scott County to Route O in Stoddard County as construction is underway. Completion is anticipated in mid-September. Signs and warning devices will be in place, and motorists are urged to use caution while traveling near the area. For more information, contact regional field engineer Andy Meyer at 573-472-5296, assistant resident engineer David Wyman at 573-840-9781, 888-275-6636, or visit www.modot.org/southeast/safeandsound.htm.