Get the details about several long-term closures as project construction enters its final phase. Get updates on trail closures and learn about opportunities to meet the project team at various events and locations. Click here for more information.
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- (1) Wednesday, April 3 - Sunday, Aug. 10: — LONG TERM LANE CLOSURE: I-435 to SB US69 ramp reduced to one lane up to a year for construction access. Delays expected. Please seek alternate routes.
- (2) Thursday, Feb. 27 - Thursday, Oct. 30: — LONG-TERM LANE CLOSURE: SB US69 at 167th reduced to one lane through October.
- (3) Friday, Feb. 28 - Thursday, Oct. 30: — LONG-TERM LANE CLOSURE: NB US69 at 167th reduced to one lane through October.
- (4) Sunday, April 6 - Saturday, Oct. 4: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: 167th St between Antioch and Metcalf fully closed to traffic beginning Sunday, April 6th at 5pm. Detours will be marked.
- (5) Sunday, April 6 - Saturday, Oct. 4: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: SB US69 to 167th off-ramp fully closed to traffic beginning Sunday, April 6th at 5pm. Detours will be marked.
- (6) Sunday, April 6 - Saturday, Oct. 4: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: 167th to NB US69 on-ramp fully closed to traffic beginning Sunday, April 6th at 5pm. Detours will be marked.
- (7) Thursday, May 8 - Saturday, Oct. 25: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: EB I-435 to NB US69 ramp fully closed for reconstruction.
- (8) Thursday, May 8 - Saturday, Oct. 25: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: NB US69 to WB I-435 ramp fully closed for reconstruction.
- (9) Thursday, May 8 - Thursday, July 10: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: WB College to EB I-435 on-ramp fully closed for bridge rehabilitation.
- (10) Thursday, May 8 - Saturday, Oct. 25: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: NB US69 to 103rd off-ramp closed.
- (11) Sunday, May 11 - Sunday, Sep. 7: — LONG-TERM FULL CLOSURE: EB College to EB I-435 on-ramp fully closed for bridge rehabilitation.
- (12) Friday, June 13 - Wednesday, July 2: 7 pm-10 am — NIGHTLY: WB College right lane closed at US69 for paving operations.
- (13) Friday, June 13 - Saturday, June 14: 7 pm-10 am — OVERNIGHT FULL CLOSURE: EB 135th Street to NB US69 on-ramp fully closed to traffic for pavement grinding.
- (14) Friday, June 13 - Saturday, June 14: 7 pm-10 am — OVERNIGHT FULL CLOSURE: NB US69 to 135th Street off-ramp fully closed to traffic for pavement grinding.
- (15) Friday, June 13 - Saturday, June 14: 7 pm-10 am — OVERNIGHT FULL CLOSURE: WB 135th Street to NB US69 on-ramp fully closed to traffic for pavement grinding.
- (16) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: SB US69 between Antioch and BVP right lane closed for grading and erosion control work.
- (17) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: WB College right lane closed at US 69 for utility work and grading.
- (18) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: SB US69 to 135th off ramp left lane closed for truck access.
- (19) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: EB and WB 135th at US69 alternating lanes closed for bridge and utility work.
- (20) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: EB and WB I-435 at US69 alternating lanes closed for bridge work.
- (21) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: EB and WB 119th at US69 alternating lanes closed for bridge work.
- (22) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: SB US69 between 103rd and I-435 alternating lanes closed for barrier wall and bridge work.
- (23) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: NB US69 between BVP and 119th right lane closed for truck access and noise wall work.
- (24) Monday, June 16 - Tuesday, July 1: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: NB US69 between 151st and 135th alternating lanes closed for grading and utility work.
- (25) Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 27: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAY FULL CLOSURE: WB I-435 to SB US69 ramp fully closed to traffic for bridge abutment work.
- (26) Monday, June 16 - Friday, June 20: 9 am-3 pm — WEEKDAYS: Left lane closure on SB US69 to EB I-435 ramp for bridge painting.
- (27) Monday, June 16 - Wednesday, July 2: 7 pm-6 am — NIGHTLY: SB US69 between 103rd and I-435 left lane closed for paving.
Latest Information and Resources
Project Newsletter #58
The final phase of construction along U.S. 69 is set to begin with major traffic switches, ramp closures and detours coming. Ramps at I‑435/U.S. 69/College Blvd. will close May 7. Beware of KDOT and KTA text scams! Click here for details on these stories and more.
Project Newsletter #57
This edition includes important information about critical closures and Work Zone Awareness Week, updates on impacted bike and hike trails, and a word of warning about a tolling text scam. Click here to see the full newsletter.
Project Newsletter #56.5
Information about a significant 180-day closure for the 167th Street Interchange at U.S. 69. Includes a Closure and Detour Map. Click here for more.
Project Newsletter #56
A summary of ongoing construction, big upcoming closures at 135th Street and 167th Street (detours included), and a behind-the-scenes look at noise wall construction. Click here for more.
2025 Virtual Public Open House
Plans for 2025 construction, including updates at the 167th Street interchange. Click here to register and access the meeting information.
Project Newsletter #55
Includes a recap of a 69Express Public Open House on February 6 and information about the upcoming 180‑day closure of 167th Street, which begins in April.
February 2025 Public Open House
Join us as we share plans for 2025 construction work and information on how to use express lanes. Click here for details.
Project Newsletter #54
See a recap of highlights from 2024, along with behind-the-scenes construction photos. Watch for an invite to a planned Public Meeting in February, 2025. Learn about a recent scam alert issued by the Kansas Turnpike Authority.
Project Newsletter #53
Read about bridge work, the reopening of 119th Street, and construction progress throughout the route. Learn more about work expected on 167th Street in 2025.
Express Lanes Approved for U.S. 69
In October 2020, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), along with the Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA) and the City of Overland Park, began an in-depth study of how best to improve U.S. 69 from 179th Street north to 103rd Street. One of the state’s busiest highways, U.S. 69 experiences heavy congestion during rush hours and at other times. Previous studies indicate that U.S. 69 congestion will increase significantly in the future, creating slower traffic and longer response times for emergency personnel. Transportation improvements are needed to address congestion and keep the economy moving.
The study concluded that adding express lanes would best improve public safety, reduce congestion and increase travel time predictability.

U.S. 69 Expansion Project History at a Glance
The U.S. 69 Expansion Project (69Express) was launched in 2020 after years of effort to examine how best to improve the state’s busiest four-lane highway. The goal was to address growing safety, travel time reliability and congestion issues in the corridor, which stretches from 103rd Street to 179th Street, all in Overland Park. After significant community consultation and study, the Project approval bodies all green lighted the Project in 2021. Construction on 69Express, which will widen U.S. 69 and add express lanes between 103rd and 151st Streets, began in early 2023. The express lanes will open at the end of 2025, and construction is scheduled to be complete in 2026.

“We are thankful for the Kansas Department of Transportation’s partnership and investment in U.S. 69, and we look forward to the successful completion of the project.”
— Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog