U.S. 60 reduced for bridge replacements in Stoddard County

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Work to replace two bridges on U.S. 60 in Stoddard County is expected to begin Monday, weather permitting. Eastbound traffic will be shifted to the westbound lanes from Highway 51 to Highway 25, and traffic will run head-to-head. Additionally, a 16-foot width restriction will be in place. Completion of the work is anticipated in mid-October. Signs and warning devices will be in place as improvements are made, 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. A video with more details about the upcoming projects on U.S. 60 is available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDijJSKkv2A.