Route 129 Bridge in Salisbury to Open October 7

MACON - The new bridge on Route 129 over the Norfolk & Southern Railroad in Salisbury will open on October 7 according to the Missouri Department of Transportation.

Boone Construction Company of Columbia began work on the project in April of this year.    The $994,426 contract included replacement of the bridge and resurfacing the highway up to Route 24.   

Work adjacent to the highway will continue after the bridge is opened.   Williams Street will be closed until the new pavement is in place.   

"We appreciate the patience of area residents and drivers while this new bridge was constructed," said Area Engineer Dennis Brucks.   "It is extremely gratifying to be able to provide this wider, safer bridge and a smoother section of highway to everyone who uses Route 129."

For more information, contact the MoDOT District 2 Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-888-ASK-MoDOT (275-6636).   The center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.