Kaw Drive Closure Under I-635 bridge

Published on June 10, 2022

Location map of the Kaw Drive closure under I-635

The portion of Kaw Drive passing under I-635 will close to all traffic on Friday, June 10 at 9 PM. The road will reopen to traffic on Monday, June 13 at 5 AM.

The closure is part of a demolition project on the westbound I-70 to southbound I-635 bridge deck. Motorists should follow posted detour signs. To view a detour map for the temporary closure of Kaw Drive, click here.

There will be occasional lane closures on I-70 and I-635 in the area throughout the project's duration. Traffic delays are possible, especially during the rush hours, and motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes. Work will occur Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays as necessary, with occasional overnight work from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m.

Project detours are marked as follows:

  • Primary detour: westbound I-70 traffic will be directed to exit at U.S. 69 (18th Street) and then south to K-32 (Kansas Avenue), then directed west to southbound I-635.
  • Secondary detour: westbound I-70 traffic will be directed to exit at 57th Street and turn around to go east on eastbound I-70, then south to southbound I-635.

Traffic will be controlled using portable message signs, arrow boards, signage, barricades and traffic cones. 

This project is owned and managed by the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT). Clarkson Construction, of Kansas City, Missouri, is the contractor for the $6 million project, which is scheduled to be completed in late December.

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