EMPORIA (KSNT) – Eastbound lanes on U.S. 50 near Emporia will close in the late-morning of Sept. 6.
The Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA) announced in a press release on Sept. 5 the closures are meant to accommodate repairs to the overhead I-35/KTA bridges that were struck in mid-April by a semi-truck. All traffic will be shifted to the existing westbound side with a single lane in each direction for painting of the bridge girders. The new lane configuration is expected to be in place through the end of September.
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“Travelers should anticipate delays through the affected area and allow extra time for travel,” said the Kansas Turnpike Authority in a press release. “Updated travel information will be available on KanDrive at KanDrive.gov or by calling 511 in Kansas or 866-511-5368 outside Kansas.”
KTA press release excerpt
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