Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission Right of Way Performance Bond
Overview
Working within Missouri's state highway right of way? Before you break ground, the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission requires a Right of Way Performance Bond. This bond guarantees that you will complete all permitted work according to Commission standards and restore the right of way to its required condition. It protects Missouri's highway infrastructure — and puts your commitment on the line.
Who Needs This Bond?
You've been approved — or are applying — to perform work within a Missouri state highway right of way, and the Commission has told you a bond is required. Contractors, utility companies, and developers who need access to MHTC-controlled right of way for construction, installation, or restoration work fall into this category. If your permit application lists a performance bond as a condition, this is the bond you need. No permit moves forward until the bond is in place.
What is this Bond For?
This bond backs your obligation to perform all right-of-way work in full compliance with the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission's standards and the terms of your permit. If you fail to complete the work, fail to restore the right of way, or leave the area in an unacceptable condition, the Commission has a financial guarantee to cover the cost of correction. The bond does not pay your costs — it protects the state's infrastructure and the public if you don't follow through.
When is it Required?
Before any permitted work begins within a Missouri state highway right of way, this bond must already be on file with the MHTC. The Commission will not issue or activate your right-of-way permit until a valid, properly executed performance bond has been submitted and accepted. Waiting until after your permit is approved to secure the bond delays your project — get the bond first, then proceed.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies statewide across Missouri wherever the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission has jurisdiction over a highway right of way. It is not a city or county requirement — it is a state-level obligation tied directly to MHTC-controlled corridors. Any project touching a Missouri state highway right of way that requires a Commission permit is subject to this bond requirement.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page and you'll be taken directly into the secure surety portal in a new tab. Complete your application, get your bond, and download your certificate — without waiting on a phone call or an agent callback. The process is fast, fully online, and built for contractors and businesses who need to move.
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