Major reconstruction of U.S. 83 underway south of Garden City

The Kansas Department of Transportation has begun phase one of a multi-phase project starting 2.5 miles north of the Haskell/Finney county line and extending 12.7 miles north to the bridge over the Arkansas River.

This project will reconstruct and realign U.S. 83 into a super two highway, featuring side-by-side passing lanes. Phase one will begin with grading and drainage work, with traffic remaining on the existing roads.

To help enhance safety, highway access points will be consolidated, intersection angles will be improved, new turn lanes will be constructed with lighting along U.S. 83. The Arkansas River bridge will be repaired as part of the project. The intersection of U.S. 83 and Annie Scheer Road will be realigned to increase visibility and improve its angle. The south entrance to the Southwind neighborhood will remain open, while the north entrance will be realigned and equipped with dedicated turning lanes.

Minimal delays are expected during this initial phase. KDOT will continue to provide updates on construction impacts as the project moves forward.

Sporer Land Development Inc., of Oakley, is the contractor on this $44.5 million project, which is expected to be completed by the end of October 2027, weather permitting.

For more information, contact Yazmin Moreno, KDOT Southwest Public Information Officer, at (620) 765-7080.

The map shows the approximate location of the project in red.