U.S. 83 reconstruction underway south of Garden City

GARDEN CITY, Kan. (KWCH) – The Kansas Department of Transportation has begun phase one of a multi-phase reconstruction project on U.S. 83, south of Garden City.

The project starts 2.5 miles north of the Haskell/Finney county line and extends 12.7 miles north to the bridge over the Arkansas River. The work will reconstruct and realign U.S. 83 into a super two highway with side-by-side passing lanes.

Construction slated to expand Highway 83, south of Garden City(Kansas Department of Transportation)

Phase one will begin with grading and drainage work. Traffic will remain on the existing roads, and minimal delays are expected during this initial phase.

The project includes several safety enhancements along the corridor. Highway access points will be consolidated, intersection angles will be improved, and new turn lanes will be constructed with lighting along U.S. 83.

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. The Arkansas River bridge will also be repaired as part of the project.

Sporer Land Development Inc., of Oakley, is the contractor on the $44.5 million project. Completion is expected by the end of October 2027, weather permitting. KDOT said it will continue to provide updates on construction impacts as the project moves forward.