Districts Impacted
The current design of U.S. Route 54 in Camdenton does not adequately support the more than 10,000 vehicles using the corridor from the Missouri Route 5 interchange to Bumper Hill Road each day. MoDOT’s regional planning partner, Lake of the Ozarks Council of Local Governments, included the project on their high-priority unfunded needs list to add lanes to help reduce congestion in the area.
The current plan will expand the current three-lane highway to five lanes, providing two lanes of travel in each direction with a shared center turn lane. Included in the project are drainage improvements and new curbs and entrance approaches.
While construction was initially slated to begin in the summer of 2024 and wrap up in 2025, the project has been moved back one year to allow for the relocation of utilities in the construction corridor.
Project Progress
MoDOT and its consultant are designing an expanded highway to reduce the congestion on U.S. Route 54 through Camdenton. Public input resulted in alterations to the preliminary designs (linked below).
In early 2024, MoDOT's Right of Way department will begin working to acquire easements and a small bit of right of way to complete the project. The affected property owners have been involved throughout the process.
The total estimated cost for this project, including engineering, right-of-way costs, and construction, is $8.1 million. This cost may change.
Public Meeting
A public meeting was held Tuesday, Nov. 15, at the Camdenton-Area Chamber Office, located at 739 West U.S. Highway 54 in Camdenton. Attendees were able to view the design proposal, ask questions of the project team, and submit comments. Comments were also accepted online and by mail.
Meeting Exhibits
At the link below, find the preliminary plans and aerial overview of the project presented at the in-person meeting.
The project is currently scheduled to be part of MoDOT's June 2025 letting when contractors may submit competitive bids. The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission may award the contract as part of their July 2025 meeting and, if the contract is awarded, a notice to proceed date will also be given. That is the earliest date the contractor may begin work.
These improvements are projected to begin in the summer of 2025 and wrap up in 2026. U.S. Route 54 will remain open throughout construction, but the work will require lane shifts, temporary lane closures, and some narrowed lanes.
Meeting Materials
Project News & Updates
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Public Meeting to Discuss Route 54 Improvements in Camdenton
CAMDENTON – The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) will host a public meeting on Tuesday, November 15, to discuss proposed improvements along U.S. Route 54 in Camdenton.
Motorists and area residents are invited to the meeting, which will... -
Public Invited to Learn About Proposed Improvements to Route 54 in Camdenton
CAMDENTON – Information is being made available regarding proposed improvements along U.S. Route 54 in Camdenton. The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is inviting residents and motorists to share their thoughts.
The project consists of...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What improvements are being planned?
The current three-lane highway through Camdenton will be expanded to five lanes, providing two lanes of travel in each direction with a shared center turn lane. Included in the project are drainage improvements and new curbs and entrance approaches.
Why was the project moved back one year?
Construction was initially slated to begin in the summer of 2024, but additional time was needed for the relocation of utilities. Work is now anticipated to begin the summer of 2025.
Can MoDOT accomplish this within the existing right of way?
MoDOT is working with property owners to acquire the necessary easements for this work.
How would construction impact traffic?
U.S. Route 54 will remain open throughout construction, but the work will require lane shifts, temporary lane closures, and some narrowed lanes. Entrances to properties along the corridor may require temporary reductions or size limitation – which will be coordinated with affected property owners.
When is construction expected to take place?
Construction is anticipated to begin in the summer of 2025 and be completed in 2026.
What if I have further questions?
You may email cdcr@modot.mo.gov or call us at 888 ASK MODOT (1-888-275-6636). Please reference U.S. Route 54 Highway Widening in Camdenton project on your inquiries.
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