Hundreds of projects that will improve Kansas roads
and bridges, as well as create short- and long-term jobs, have been scheduled by
KDOT for the next two years.
The
projects will preserve, modernize and expand roads on both state and local road
systems. The work list includes 464 highway projects, 194 bridge/interchange
projects and 1,603 miles of improvements.
Secretary King is making the announcements today during visits to Liberal, Wichita and McPherson.
The estimated cost of the work, for which construction will be underway during the 2015 and 2016 fiscal years, is $1.2 billion. About 65 percent of the projects are considered preservation work, which will protect the investment Kansans have already made in the state’s public road system.
“The construction work will create jobs for hundreds of workers, who will spend their paychecks in communities all over the state, spreading the benefits far beyond the construction industry,” said Secretary King.
“But the better news is the long-term job prospects these improvements will help make possible.”
To view the entire list of projects, click here.
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