Construction
Construction of the Renew Jordan Creek Phase I project began in late 2024 and is scheduled to last approximately two years with a completion date forecasted in late 2026. Local traffic and access to businesses, residences and parking will be maintained throughout construction. However, the public may be directed to access a property nearby the work zone from a certain direction for a period of time. Construction is expected to impact through traffic nearby the work site for a large portion of the project duration.
Schedule Change - October 10, 2025
Closure to shift from Campbell Avenue to Boonville Avenue Oct. 20
The Renew Jordan Creek construction team has adjusted its project schedule due to changes in subcontractor scheduling. The planned traffic closure shift from Campbell Avenue to Boonville Avenue is now set to take place Monday, Oct. 20.
On that date, Campbell Avenue will reopen to motorists between Water and Mill streets following a six-month closure. Traffic flow will be limited to a single lane for one to two months while crews construct sidewalk, railing and limestone veneer on the new bridge.
Upon the reopening of Campbell Avenue, Boonville Avenue will close to through traffic between Water Street and just north of the Mill Street intersection as crews prepare for the next phase of construction.
“Closing Boonville a week earlier than planned will help us better prepare for the construction of required railroad improvements within a very tight 96-hour window,” said Project Manager Kirkland Preston. “That work is currently scheduled for early November and a significant amount of work is needed in advance. The contractor will be staging culvert materials and equipment on Boonville in preparation for rapid, round-the-clock construction within that time constraint.”
The closure of Boonville Avenue is anticipated to last eight months for the demolition of the roadway and Missouri State University east parking lot and the installation of new box culvert, sanitary sewer system extension, creek diversion and improvements to the BNSF railroad crossing.
Northbound through traffic on Boonville will be detoured around the worksite via Olive Street to Campbell Avenue. Southbound traffic will be detoured along Phelps Street to Jefferson Avenue. “Soft closures” will be posted north of the closure area at Phelps Street, North of Olive Street on Boonville, east of Campbell Street on Mill, and just west of Jefferson Avenue on Water Street.
Construction Update - October 2, 2025
Renew Jordan Creek daylighting project construction nears halfway mark
Closure to shift from Campbell Avenue to Boonville the week of Oct. 27
Construction of the Renew Jordan Creek “daylighting” project is nearing the halfway mark as contractors prepare to shift traffic closures from Campbell Avenue to Boonville the week of Oct. 27. The planned closure of Boonville Avenue between Water and Mill streets is expected to last eight months.
“The City’s Construction Manager, Branco, has made excellent progress so far despite some real challenges dealing with wet weather this past spring,” explains Public Works Project Manager Kirkland Preston. “We have completed a great deal of excavation to form the basic shape of the new, open channel. There is a lot of work remaining to get to the finish line. Almost all the surface-level improvements such as plaza areas, landscaping, railing and stonework will take shape in the second half of construction, but you can now easily visualize the future of the project.”
Work completed includes excavation and grading of the new open channel, construction of retaining walls and area utility relocations and upgrades. The existing Campbell Avenue bridge has been removed and much of the concrete structural work for a new arch bridge is complete, says Preston.
Beginning the week of Oct. 27 Campbell Avenue is anticipated to reopen to motorists between Water and Mill streets after a six-month closure. Traffic flow will be limited to a single lane for one to two months while crews continue constructing sidewalk, railing and limestone veneer on the new bridge.
Boonville Avenue to close for 8 months between Water and Mill streets
Upon the reopening of Campbell Avenue in late October, Boonville Avenue will immediately close to through traffic between Water Street and immediately north of the Mill Street intersection.
Northbound through traffic on Boonville will be detoured around the worksite via Olive Street to Campbell Avenue. Southbound traffic will be detoured along Phelps Street to Jefferson Avenue. “Soft closures” will be posted north of the closure area at Phelps Street, North of Olive Street on Boonville, east of Campbell Street on Mill, and just west of Jefferson Avenue on Water Street.
Soft closure signage will be positioned to allow local traffic to pass by to access buildings and parking lots but provide advanced warning of the closure to through traffic. The City will also post ‘businesses open’ signs so visitors know they can still park and reach businesses in the area.
The planned closure of Boonville Avenue is anticipated to last eight months for the demolition of the roadway and Missouri State University east parking lot and the installation of new box culvert, sanitary sewer system extension, creek diversion and improvements to the BNSF railroad crossing.
The Missouri State University eFactory Lot 47 is currently impacted due to equipment and material staging. A portion of the lot will soon be under excavation for the beginning of culvert installation. Alternate parking for the eFactory is being provided at 404 East Jefferson and an MSU parking lot on Tampa Street.
Construction Update - April 8, 2025
Renew Jordan Creek construction to impact Boonville, Campbell traffic starting in April
- Boonville Avenue at Water Street: Boonville Avenue will close for two weeks at the Water Street intersection starting April 10 for City Utilities to construct a major water main connection beneath the intersection. Northbound traffic is advised to utilize Campbell Avenue to Mill Street to detour around the closure zone. Southbound traffic should utilize Jefferson Avenue to Olive Street.
- Campbell Avenue between Olive and Phelps: The right lane of Campbell Avenue will close between Olive and Phelps streets for two weeks April 11-25 for City Utilities gas and water relocation work.
- Campbell Avenue: Campbell Avenue is anticipated to close for approximately six months starting the week of April 28 for the construction of a new arch bridge over the Jordan Creek, box culvert improvements and major utility relocations. A primary detour route will be posted directing northbound through traffic on Campbell west on College Street, then north on Grant Avenue to Chestnut Expressway. A secondary detour route will direct traffic east on Olive Street, then north on Boonville Avenue.
Friday, Mar. 14
Groundbreaking: Phase 1 Project
Tentative Schedule of Next Steps to Construction
October/November 2024 - Continue Public Outreach
The project team will continue public outreach to downtown residents, business & property owners and stakeholders to continue to inform on the expected construction timeline and impacts.
October/November 2024 - Utility Work & Equipment Mobilization
City Utilities will conduct necessary utility work on Olive Street between Campbell and Patton Alley and along Water Street between Campbell & Boonville and Boonville & Jefferson.
November 2024 - GMP & SRF Loan to go before City Council
The Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) provided by Branco and final agreements to utilize State Revolving Fund (SRF) loans expected to go before City Council.
January 2025 - Begin Major Construction
The project team expects to begin the first closure phases, including the full closure of Campbell Avenue in January to begin major construction on the project.
Spring 2025 – Estimated Begin of Long-term Campbell Closure Phase
Campbell Avenue will close to traffic for approximately one year between Water and Mill streets. Work will include the demolition of the existing Campbell Avenue bridge and removal of existing box culvert in the northwest quadrant of the project area. Construction of a new culvert bridge and construction of elements for temporary diversion of the flow of Jordan Creek will take place.
Fall 2025-Fall 2026 – Estimated Boonville Closure Phase
Anticipated to begin around the fall of 2025, Boonville Avenue will close to traffic between Water Street and Mill Street for the demolition of Boonville Avenue and Missouri State University east parking lot and installation of new box culvert, sanitary sewer system extension, creek diversion and Railroad Crossing work.
Late 2026 – Estimated Construction Completion
Ongoing Area Business Outreach
The City is conducting outreach to area businesses who may be directly impacted by project construction. If you are a business or property owner who would like to schedule a one-on-one meeting with the City, please contact Project Manager Kirkland Preston:
kpreston@springfieldmo.gov
417-864-1990