Starting in early July, weather permitting, the Kansas Department of Transportation will begin work to reconstruct a portion of Kansas 27 (Main Street) in Sharon Springs.

The project scope involves pavement removal and complete reconstruction of the roadway between the Eagletail Creek Bridge and Front Street intersection. Work will be completed in different phases to allow for through traffic and a 10-foot width restriction will be in effect. KDOT encourages motorists to slow down, obey the warning signs and “Give ‘em a Brake!” when approaching and driving through work zones. The project is expected to be completed by the end of October, weather permitting.

Smoky Hill LLC of Salina is the primary contractor for the project, with a total contract cost of $634,000. The project is part of KDOT’s Geometric Improvement Program, which helps cities address deficiencies on roads that are part of the state highway system, but located within city limits.