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Project Description
The K-10/South Lawrence Trafficway (SLT) project is focused on improving safety and mobility for the SLT Corridor and the surrounding highway system, including alleviating strain on the City of Lawrence street network. KDOT selected a contractor and construction began in fall 2024.
Project Area Map
- North Project: I-70/K-10 interchange with Farmer’s Turnpike and improvements on K-10 to 6th Street (construction anticipated to begin in 2026)
- South Project: K-10 from 6th Street south and east to U.S. 59 with reconstructing Wakarusa interchange (currently in construction)
Project Details
| Project Name | South Lawrence Trafficway (south project) |
| Project Number | KA-3634-01 |
| Location | K-10 from 6th Street south and east to U.S. 59 with reconstructing Wakarusa interchange |
| Scope | Add two lanes to K-10/SLT to create a four-lane divided highway and other roadway improvements. |
| Approximate Length | 9 miles |
| Project Timeline | Construction underway |
| Construction Cost | $171 million |
Public Meetings
Documents
- Environmental Assessment
SLT Purpose and Need Statement- SLT Project Impact Methodologies
- SLT Project Coordination Plan
- Notice of Intent
- Notice of Availability
- Noise Wall Information
- Noise Study Report
- Initial Alternative Screening Tech Memo
- South Lawrence Trafficway Fact Sheet Fall 2024
- Fall Open House Display Boards
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