Jackson CO, replace structure W/ more hydraulically efficient configuration to pass design flow. Vertical alignment modifications required to increase

This $934,353.88 Formula Grant award from the Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration will fund replacement of a structure in Jackson County, Missouri with a more hydraulically efficient configuration to allow passage of design flows. The award date was September 8, 2022.

The funding supports replacement of an existing structure under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA #20.205). This program aims to assist states in providing construction, preservation, and improvement of highways. Sub-awards will be provided to Jackson County Health District and the City of Independence for vertical alignment modifications to increase waterway area as part of replacing the structure with a design allowing for increased hydraulic efficiency.

Project description

Jackson CO, replace structure W/ a more hydraulically efficient configuration to pass the design flow. Vertical alignment modifications may be required to increase the waterway area.