U.S. 69 Overlay Project Delayed in Bourbon, Linn Counties

July 21, 2026

A Kansas Department of Transportation project to overlay about 25 miles of U.S. 69 in Linn and Bourbon counties has been delayed due to contractor scheduling issues. The overlay work will start the last week of July.

The project begins just north of Pleasanton on the southbound lanes and moves south. The southbound lanes will receive a 4-inch asphalt overlay, and portions of the route will require milling before the overlay. Pavement markings also will be added.

The contractor will close one lane at a time to work on a short stretch of highway then switch to the adjacent lane as the project progresses. Temporary exit/entry ramp closures will be required on the route.

The work zone speed limit will be reduced to 65 mph.

Work will occur during daylight hours Monday through Friday, and possibly Saturday, and the U.S. 69 project is expected to be completed this year, conditions permitting.

APAC-Central Inc., of Fayetteville, Arkansas, has the contract for the $15.95 million project.

KDOT urges motorists to stay alert, follow posted signs and refrain from hand-held mobile device use in all active work zones. For current road conditions, visit kandrive.gov or call 511. For updates on construction projects in southeast Kansas, visit ksdot.gov/projects/southeast-kansas-projects.