The Kansas Department of Transportation is hosting an Open House this week in Labette County.
KDOT is seeking public input on a proposed expansion of improvements along Highway 160 in Montgomery and Labette County. KDOT will host the open house from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday at Labette County High School in Altamont. No formal presentation is planned, but project displays will be available and staff will answer questions.
The project is currently in the discovery phase and is not funded for design or construction. The proposed scope has expanded to include U.S. 160 from U.S. 169 east to the U.S. 59 roundabout. Proposed improvements include wider 12-foot driving lanes, improved curves, 8-foot shoulders outside Altamont city limits and flatter ditch slopes. KDOT is also considering three options for the U.S. 160 and U.S. 169 connection. Public comments will be accepted through July 2nd.
