( KNZA )--A resurfacing project has resumed on a 23-mile stretch of U.S. 73 Highway in Brown County from the north city limits of Horton to the Kansas/Nebraska state line.
Crews from Hamm Inc. of Perry began work today ( Wednesday ) at the north city limits of Horton and will be proceeding north.
In early August, a sub-contractor milled off ¾-inch of the existing pavement in preparation for the application of a 1.5-inch new asphalt layer.
The project will also include the addition of rock to the shoulders, followed by all new pavement markings.
The resurfacing project will smooth the road and fill surface defects that can shorten pavement life.
Northbound and southbound US-73 traffic will be reduced to one lane for both directions along with intermittent closures of adjacent cross roads during the project work hours.
Traffic will be directed through the project work zone via a pilot car and flagger operation. Drivers should expect delays of up to 15 minutes maximum and are encouraged to use alternate routes, if possible.
Hamm, Inc. of Perry is the primary contractor on the 3-million dollar project, which is scheduled for completion in mid-October.
The project is funded by T-WORKS, the transportation program passed by the Kansas Legislature in May 2010.
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