#WZW Reconstructing an intersection in Girard

A section of the new sidewalk in Girard. 

A geometric improvement project is underway to reconstruct the K-47/K-7 intersection in Girard. Among the improvements will be the installation of new electrical conduit, new storm sewer and water lines, parking lot repairs, and the construction of new sidewalk along the high school. K-47 has been closed to through traffic at the intersection. Overland trucks are following a detour set up on state highways, and all other vehicles use a detour signed on Girard city streets. K-7 remains open to one-lane traffic controlled by signals.

One-lane K-7 traffic through the intersection.  

The GI project is expected to be finished in September by Amino Brothers Co., Inc., of Kansas City, Kan. GI projects are part of the state highway system located within city limits and the projects are designed to improve intersections and address road deficiencies. 

June's letting includes Streetscape improvement in Girard

Girard's proposed Streetscape improvements from their Transportation Alternatives application. 

A $1.5 million Streetscape improvement project in the city of Girard is one of nine projects in the June KDOT letting. The project was selected in 2015 by KDOT as one of 20 projects to receive federal funding  as part of the Transportation Alternatives program.

The Streetscape improvements will highlight design elements and visual effects along the square block of Prairie Avenue and Forest Avenue between Summit Street and Ozark Avenue. Enhancements include LED street lighting, plantings, new sidewalks, curb and gutters.

To see all of the projects in the June letting, click here.