MoDot says Signs indicating a weight limit changes for three bridges in Montgomery County have been installed at the following locations:
Route K over the Loutre River: 20 tons for single-unit vehicles and 35 tons for combination tractor-trailers. This bridge, built in 1960, is scheduled to be replaced next year.
Route K over Dry Fork Creek: 20 tons for single-unit vehicles and 40 tons for combination tractor-trailers. This bridge, built in 1960. Currently, no timeframe has been set for replacing the bridge.
Missouri Route 161 over Coon Creek: 20 tons for single-unit vehicles and 35 tons for combination tractor-trailers. This bridge was built in 1963, with major rehabilitations done in 2014. Currently, no timeframe has been set for replacing the bridge.
The department is currently analyzing load ratings to stay in compliance with Federal Highway Administration Guidance. Be on the lookout for more load posting updates.