KDOT
Kansas Department of Transportation began work Monday to resurface approximately 12.5 miles of U.S. Highway 81 in Ottawa County.
Work on U.S. 81 began just north of Kansas Highway 106 and will continue north to the Ottawa/Cloud County line.
Traffic will be reduced to one 16-foot lane at a reduced speed through the work zone. Drivers should expect minimal delays, not exceeding five minutes.
APAC-Kansas Inc. of Hutchinson is the prime contractor for this $5.2 million project, which is scheduled for completion in August, weather permitting.
KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone. To stay aware of all road construction projects across Kansas, go to www.kandrive.org or call 5-1-1.