A Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) bridge replacement project on U.S. 183 in Kiowa County will start the week of July 14, conditions permitting.
The project will replace a bridge over the East Fork of Rattlesnake Creek about 12 miles north of the Comanche County line.
The bridge is being replaced as it is nearing the end of its useful life.
The bridge will be closed. Traffic will be guided around the construction by detour signage on a state route detour that includes U.S. 160, K-34 and U.S. 54.
Crews hope to be finished by early 2026, conditions permitting.
Klaver Construction, based in Wichita, is the primary contractor for the $2 million project.
For current road conditions, visit kandrive.gov or call 511. For updates on construction projects in South Central Kansas, visit ksdot.gov/projects/south-central-kansas-projects.