KDOT is dedicated to promoting safety in and around construction zones and encouraging practices that protect workers and the traveling public. Construction and maintenance crews work hard to maintain Kansas roads, but their jobs can be dangerous. Motorists need to use caution, follow posted speed limits and pay attention to orange signs and cones when driving through work zones to avoid putting themselves and others at risk. 

KDOT provides resources, information, and campaigns to raise awareness about the risks in work zones and promote safety for pedestrians, motorists and workers. 

Kansas Go Orange Campaign Resources

Everyone is encouraged to wear orange to show support for Kansas highway workers the week of April 21-25, especially on April 23, the official Go Orange Day in Kansas.

• Go Orange for Work Zone Safety Fact Sheet
• Work Zone Coloring Sheet
• Miles Activity Book
• Kansas Work Zone Statistics
• 2024 Work Zone Safety PSA
• 2024 Federal Highway Administration Fact Sheet

Kansas Highway Workers Memorial

A memorial recognizing workers for their service was dedicated at the Paxico Safety Rest Area along I-70 in Wabaunsee County on April 8, 1996.

View the Memorial

Work Zone Safety Tips

• Follow traffic control
• Stay alert
• Watch for workers
• Expect delays
• Allow ample space between you and the car in front of you
• Change lanes when directed to do so

Additional Work Zone Safety Information

• National Work Zone Safety Information Clearinghouse