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Applications for KDOT’s Safe Routes to School Program now being accepted

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The Kansas Department of Transportation is seeking applications for the Safe Routes to School Program's Planning and Programming grants. The grants aim to develop SRTS plans, including infrastructure and non-infrastructure solutions for safer travel to school. Applications for up to five grants are due by May 3, 2024. All communities and organizations are encouraged to apply. More information at https://saferoutes.ksdot.gov/grants-and-funding.

Resurfacing to begin Monday on U.S. 36 and K-128 in Jewell County

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The Kansas Department of Transportation will start a mill and overlay project on 22.3 miles of U.S. 36 and K-128 in Jewell County on April 1. Motorists should expect delays of up to 15 minutes, as flaggers and a pilot car will direct one lane of traffic through the construction. The project is scheduled to be completed in mid-July, weather permitting.

I-135 bridge repairs underway in McPherson County

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The Kansas Department of Transportation is repairing a northbound and southbound I-135 bridge in McPherson County, causing minimal traffic delays not exceeding five minutes. The $918,781 project, led by Wildcat Construction Co. Inc. & Subsidiaries, is expected to finish in August, weather permitting. Motorists are advised to obey warning signs and stay informed via http://www.kandrive.org or 5-1-1.

U.S. 36 bridge repairs to begin Wednesday in Washington County

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The Kansas Department of Transportation will commence bridge repairs on U.S. 36 in Washington County on March 20. Temporary traffic signals will manage single-lane traffic at reduced speed. The project, led by PCI Roads, LLC, is valued at $728,198 and is expected to finish in August, subject to weather conditions. Motorists are reminded to adhere to warning signs in work zones. For updates on road construction projects in Kansas, visit http://www.kandrive.org or call 5-1-1.

I-135 pavement replacement resumes at Moundridge

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The Kansas Department of Transportation will resume a pavement replacement project on I-135 from north of exit 48 in McPherson County, progressing south about three miles near Moundridge. During construction, there will be lane closures and reduced speeds. The project is expected to be completed in late July, with KDOT advising motorists to stay alert in work zones. For updates, visit http://www.kandrive.org or call 5-1-1.

I-70 pavement replacement resumes Monday at Junction City

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Starting March 18, I-70 traffic in Junction City will be limited to one lane in each direction at reduced speeds for pavement replacement. Westbound ramps may close for construction, with completion of Phase Two, replacing pavement, scheduled for November 2024. Phase Three, replacing eastbound lanes, begins in March 2025. KDOT advises caution in work zones. For more information, visit https://www.ksdot.gov/bureaus/divOperat/i_70pavementreplacementproject.asp.

Governor Kelly Announces More than $14M to Improve 37 Kansas Airports

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Governor Laura Kelly announced $14.3 million for 58 airport improvement projects in Kansas, benefiting local economies and air ambulance accessibility. With local matching funds, the total project value exceeds $34 million. The projects focus on pavement preservation, safety, and infrastructure. These enhancements aimed at fostering growth and prosperity statewide.

Phase 2 of K-18/K-177 project starts tomorrow in Riley County

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Phase 2 of the Kansas Department of Transportation’s pavement improvement project on K-18/K-177 in Riley County is expected to begin tomorrow, Feb. 23, conditions...

I-70 pavement replacement resumes at Junction City

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Beginning on March 18, weather permitting, I-70 traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction at a reduced speed through Junction City...

KHP, KDOT laud Senate bill altering ‘move-over’ law to cover all vehicles along Kansas roads

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by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector February 19, 2024 TOPEKA — Kansas Highway Patrol Capt. Candice Breshears can speak from experience about the danger of parking...

U.S. 36 bridge replacement scheduled in Nemaha County

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A Kansas Department of Transportation bridge replacement project on U.S. 36 is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Feb. 1, conditions permitting. The structure is approximately...

K-9 Reopened In North Central Kansas

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has reopened K-9 in Mitchell and Cloud counties. The closing of K-9 was necessary due to low visibility and crashes...

KDOT Closes Portions of I-70

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has closed the following portions of I-70 in western and central Kansas because of blowing snow, limited visibility and...

Highway closure updates in north central Kansas

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About 11:30 a.m., the Kansas Department of Transportation has reopened K-28 from Jewell to Concordia and K-148 from Jewell to U.S. 81. KDOT reminds motorists...

Winter weather closes highways in north central Kansas

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Because of drifting snow and dangerous winter weather, the Kansas Department of Transportation has closed highways in north central Kansas; K-9 closed from Concordia to...

Highways closing, opening in north central Kansas

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About 3:15 p.m., K-148 from U.S. 81 to K-15 has been closed to traffic due to numerous vehicles sliding off or becoming stranded. The...

Eastbound I-70 closure moved to Goodland

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has now closed eastbound I-70 between Goodland and Exit 205 near Wilson in Ellsworth County. Westbound lanes remain closed...

Westbound I-70 reopened at Oakley

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has reopened westbound I-70 at Oakley. Westbound lanes remain closed between Oakley and Salina. Eastbound lanes are also closed from...

Winter weather closes highways in north central Kansas

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Because of low visibility and dangerous winter weather, the Kansas Department of Transportation has closed multiple highways in north central Kansas; Westbound I-70 closed from...

Road closures expected to continue overnight

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The Kansas Department of Transportation expects I-70 to remain closed overnight as crews continue to remove snow and clear vehicles from the roadway. Westbound...

Westbound I-70 Closed at Salina

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has closed westbound I-70 from Salina to the Colorado border. Eastbound I-70 remains closed between Hays and the Colorado...

K-383 in Norton County reopens to traffic

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A portion of K-383 in Norton County has reopened to traffic following completion of a $15.3 million modernization project. Work on the 6-mile stretch between...

KDOT announces approved November bids

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The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Nov. 15, 2023, in Topeka....

Fall 2023 KDOT Cost Share Projects Totally $12 Million Awarded

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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly and Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed announced today that more than $12 million state dollars will be awarded to 16 transportation construction...

Governor Kelly Announces Nearly $1.5M in Federal Road Safety Grants for Kansas Communities

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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced seven Kansas communities will receive a combined total of $1.47 million through the federal Safe Streets and Roads...

U.S. 81 lane closure in Ottawa County due to bridge damage

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has closed one lane of southbound U.S. 81 in Ottawa County due to damage to a bridge from a...

Survey to begin Monday on U.S. 24 in Clay County

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Beginning Monday, Nov. 13, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) plans to begin a field survey to gather information necessary for proposed bridge replacements...

Survey to begin Monday on U.S. 24 in Clay County

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Beginning Monday, Nov. 13, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) plans to begin a field survey to gather information necessary for proposed bridge replacements...

Survey to begin Monday for bridge project in Jewell County

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Beginning Monday, Nov. 13, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) plans to begin a field survey to gather information necessary for a proposed bridge...

KDOT Announces Approved October Bids

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The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Oct. 18, 2023, in Topeka....
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