MoDOT Southeast District

Route AA Overpass Construction in Miner, MO Set to Begin

Route AA Closure Continues, Overnight Impacts to U.S. 60 for Demolition: Construction of the Route AA bridge over U.S. Route 60 at Miner, Missouri is set to begin this October. Demolition of the existing overpass will take place Tuesday, Oct. 7 through Saturday, Oct. 11 and Tuesday, Oct. 14 through Saturday, Oct. 18 nightly from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., w...

Chester Bridge

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has announced the selection of The Ames Team as the design-build contractor to replace the Chester Bridge. The bridge spans the Mississippi River, connecting the cities of Perryville, Missouri and Chester, Illinois via Missouri Route 51/Illinois Route 150.

U.S. 412 in Dunklin County

As a main east-west corridor in Missouri’s Bootheel, U.S. Route 412 carries more than 6,000 vehicles a day. Currently, the existing four-lane upgrades end near Cardwell, Missouri, and U.S. 412 returns to a two-lane road. To plan for future capacity improvements, the Missouri Department of Transportation has launched an Environmental Study.

Southeast Projects Awarded

During its regular meeting each month, the Missouri Highways and Transportation reviews and awards projects across the state. Learn more about the Southeast District's upcoming projects!

Southeast District Public Meeting Archive

Latest News

  • NB Route 51 Perry County Reduced for Roadside Work

    10/07/2025

    SIKESTON—Northbound Route 51 in Perry County will be reduced as contractor crews perform roadside work.  

    This section of roadway is located at the intersection Route 51 and Route 61 in Perryville, Missouri. 

    Weather permitting, work will take place...

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