Kansas Expressway Pedestrian Improvements in Greene

Project highlights:

• Replace existing non-compliant sidewalk and curb ramps in accordance with ADA requirements 
• Install new sidewalk and ADA curb ramps to fill in sidewalk gaps in the locations below:
  • Walmart signal to Kearney on the west side of Kansas Expressway
  • Kearney to Atlantic on the east side of Kansas Expressway
  • Division to Chestnut on the east and west sides of Kansas Expressway
• Replace existing push buttons with audible push buttons at signalized intersections
• Replace existing non-compliant bus stop pads to meet ADA standards
• Replace existing driveways to meet ADA standards
• Update pavement marking to high visibility continental marking at crosswalks to enhance pedestrian safety
• Add turn lanes and replace the signals on Route 13 (Kansas Expressway) at the intersections of Sunset Street and Walnut Lawn Street
• Resurface Route 13 (Kansas Expressway) between I-44 and Route 60 (James River Freeway)

Construction is scheduled to begin: 2023

Estimated project cost:  $14.5 million and is a cost-share with the City of Springfield

Traffic Impacts:

• Lane closings on Kansas Expressway at times
• Narrowed lanes and traffic shifts on Kansas Expressway at times
• During higher traffic volume, drivers can expect occasional delays
• During intersection work, turn lanes may be closed at times
• Crews and equipment close to traffic
• Temporary partial driveway disruptions during construction