Jul 29, 2026

Resurfacing to begin on K-140 in Ellsworth and Saline counties

Posted Jul 29, 2026 12:00 PM
<i>Kansas Department of Transportation</i>
Kansas Department of Transportation

Kansas Department of Transportation

The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a resurfacing project on K-140 in Ellsworth and Saline counties.

This project, set to start on or around July 30, will involve a mill and overlay beginning at the K-14/K-140 junction in Ellsworth, continuing east about 33 miles, to just west of the K-140/I-135 interchange.

Work will occur during daylight hours, at which time, flaggers and a pilot car will guide one lane of traffic through construction at a reduced speed. Drivers should be prepared for a delay of up to 15 minutes and plan extra time in their travel schedules.

Shilling Construction Co. Inc., of Manhattan, is the prime contractor for the $5 million project, which is scheduled to be completed by October, conditions permitting.

KDOT urges motorists to stay alert, follow posted signs and refrain from hand-held mobile device use in all active work zones. For current road conditions, visit kandrive.gov or call 5-1-1.

Updates on highway projects in north central Kansas are available at NewsReleases/District2-north central Kansas.