The Kansas Department of Transportation has started work to remove and replace bridge approach pavement on three bridges on I-70 in Sherman County. The bridges are located at eastbound Exit 17, westbound Exit 19 and westbound milepost 21.3.

Traffic is reduced to one lane at the construction sites and directed through the work zones via signage. The work zone speed limit has been posted at 60 mph and a 14-foot lane restriction is in effect in the work zones throughout the duration of the project. Travelers should expect minor delays. KDOT encourages all motorists to be alert, obey the warning signs and “Give ‘em a Brake!” when approaching and driving through work zones. Work on the bridges is expected to be completed by the end of May, weather permitting.

The bridge repairs are part of a project KDOT is completing along I-70 between Goodland and Edson in Sherman County this spring and summer. Additional project work will include roadway resurfacing and concrete patching, along with installing new pavement markings, rumble strips and a rock edge wedge along the roadway. Venture Corporation is the primary contractor for the project with a contract cost of $5.54 million.