KDOT to seek opinions on revamping US-56

By MICHAEL MARESH

Staff writer

Two open houses next week will seek resident’s ideas on the U.S. 56 expansion in McPherson and Marion counties.

The Marion open house will be from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. next Wednesday at the Marion community Center.

The other open house will be in McPherson.

No presentations will be given and U.S. 56 cards will be placed around the room. KDOT officials will be present to answer questions.

KDOT will study 36 miles of US 56 options to develop design options. The study will focus on adding paved shoulders and identifying locations for passing lanes.

It also will explore opportunities to prioritize safety, including consolidating access points and intersection improvements.

The passing lanes were identified as a priority in meetings in 2023.

The completion date has not been set.