Highway 91 bridge in Scott County to close for improvements

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Work to replace the Highway 91 bridge over Drainage Ditch No. 1 in Scott County is anticipated to begin April 6, weather permitting. However, the closure won't begin until the project to replace the Highway 91 Little River bridge in Stoddard County is complete. Once construction begins, the road will remain closed from Route P to Route CC. Completion is anticipated in late May. Signs and warning devices will be in place. 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 or 1888-275-6636, or visit www.modot.org/southeast/safeandsound.htm.