July 2, 2026

About 25 miles of U.S. 69 in Linn and Bourbon counties will receive an asphalt overlay starting the week of July 6, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation.

The work will start just north of Pleasanton on the southbound lanes and move south. The southbound lanes will receive a 4-inch asphalt overlay, and portions of the route will require milling before the overlay. Pavement markings also will be added.

The contractor will close one lane at a time to work on a short stretch of highway then switch to the adjacent lane as the project progresses. Temporary exit/entry ramp closures will be required on the route.

The work zone speed limit will be reduced to 65 mph.

Work will occur during daylight hours Monday through Friday, and the U.S. 69 project is expected to be completed in December, conditions permitting.

APAC-Central Inc., of Fayetteville, Arkansas, has the primary contract for the $15.95 million project.

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 511. For updates on construction projects in southeast Kansas, visit ksdot.gov/projects/southeast-kansas-projects.