Interstate 44 at Arsenal Bridge Replacement Project
News: MoDOT Temporarily Closes Arsenal Bridge over Interstate 44
Why does the Arsenal Bridge over Interstate 44 need improvements?
The current bridge deck on Arsenal (over I-44) is deteriorating, so maintenance improvements are necessary for traffic to continue on this bridge.
What improvements on the Arsenal Bridge over Interstate 44 will be accomplished?
- The current bridge deck on Arsenal will be removed and replaced. MoDOT will utilize the existing bridge's columns, piers and structural steel since all these parts of the bridge are in good condition.
- Sight distance improvements will be added on the westbound Interstate 44 off-ramp.
- Fencing will be installed on the bridge.
- ADA accommodations will be upgraded within the project limits.
- MoDOT will add decorative pedestrian lighting to the bridge structure, in partnership with the City of St. Louis and Alderman Joe Vaccaro.
How will traffic be impacted during the Arsenal Bridge Replacement Project?
- The Arsenal Bridge over Interstate 44 (east to west) closed Feb. 25 and will remain closed until late May 2010.
*Motorists can still access the Interstate 44 entrance and exit
ramps.
- The existing bridge deck was removed over the weekend of Feb. 26-28. There were multiple lane closures on eastbound and westbound Interstate 44 during this weekend.
- Various lane closures on Interstate 44 may occur during off-peak hours during weekdays from late February to May 2010.
Detour Map for Arsenal Bridge Closure
Eastbound Arsenal Detour
- Motorists - Advanced signing will direct vehicles to travel south on Jamieson Avenue, then east on Fyler Avenue, and then north on Watson Road.
- Pedestrians - Signing will direct pedestrians to walk south on Jamieson Avenue, east on Bradley Avenue and north on Ivanhoe Avenue.
Westbound Arsenal Detour
- Motorists - Advanced signing will direct vehicles to travel south on Watson Road, west on Fyler Avenue, and north on Jamieson Avenue.
- Pedestrians – Signing will direct pedestrians to walk south on Ivanhoe Avenue, west on Bradley Avenue and north on Jamieson Avenue.
When will construction and the closure take place?
- Construction began on Feb. 25 with the closure of Arsenal Bridge over Interstate 44.
- The Arsenal Bridge is expected to be open in late May 2010.
- The bridge replacement project will be fully complete in mid-July 2010.
Who do I contact for more information?
- Contact MoDOT Project Manager Bob Gummersheimer at 1-888 ASK MODOT (275-6636) or e-mail
Robert.Gummersheimer@modot.mo.gov.
