Construction Projects
Construction Projects
Each year, the city completes a number of public road construction and public improvement projects to make safer streets with better traffic movement and streamline the maintenance of public property.
Occasionally, projects will cause some traffic delays and temporary disruptions. This page contains details about all street, bridge, stormwater, and other projects currently under construction that may impact traffic in the city.
The annual project map shows some information about all Public Works projects scheduled for the year.
Maps
To see much of this information in map format, visit one of the interactive maps below.
Current Projects
The design and construction of these projects such as thoroughfares, residential streets, bridges, traffic signals and storm water drainage are paid for with money dedicated to the Capital Improvements Program.
College Boulevard, Metcalf to Nall
The City will mill the top layer of asphalt and overlay with new asphalt to help restore the street to its original shape. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included.
This project also includes the addition of on-street parking on College between Metcalf and Nall.
Project manager: Jason Hussey, 913-895-6007, jason.hussey@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
Metcalf Avenue, 75th to 91st Street
The City will mill the top layer of asphalt and overlay with new asphalt to help restore the street to its original shape. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included.
There will be single-lane closures on Metcalf in June for this project. Work is scheduled to take place between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Project manager: Jason Hussey, 913-895-6007, jason.hussey@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by late summer 2020.
135th Street Bridge Over Tomahawk Creek
The City will patch concrete and overlay surfaces on the 135th St. bridge deck over Tomahawk Creek, just west of U.S. 69. This work will affect the eastbound and westbound lanes of 135th St.and the adjacent sidewalks. At least one lane of traffic will be open in both directions.
Project manager: Kasim Azhar, 913-895-6052, kasim.azhar@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
151st Street and Kenneth Road Bridge
The cities of Overland Park, Kan. and Kansas City, Mo. (KCMO) and Jackson County, Mo. have partnered to replace the 151st St. and Kenneth Rd. bridge, over the Blue River. The scope includes construction of a two-lane bridge, with minor roadway improvements on each side of the bridge. The overall project is being coordinated by Chad Thompson from KCMO and can be reached at 816-513-2738.
Project manager: Chad Thompson, 816-513-2738
Schedule: The old single lane bridge was removed in 2017 and utility relocation work started in 2018. Construction is in progress and is expected to be complete by the end of 2020.
College Boulevard, Pflumm to Switzer
The City will mill the top layer of asphalt and overlay with new asphalt to help restore the street to its original shape. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included.
Project manager: Jason Hussey, 913-895-6007, jason.hussey@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
Nall Avenue, 83rd to 95th Street
The City will mill the top layer of asphalt and overlay with new asphalt to help restore the street to its original shape. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included.
Project manager: Jason Hussey, 913-895-6007, jason.hussey@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
151st Street, Switzer to Antioch
The City of Overland Park will mill the top 5/8 inch of asphalt and overlay with ultra-thin bonded asphalt surface to help restore the street to its original shape. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included. Expect lane closures throughout the project.
Project manager: Jason Hussey, 913-895-6007, jason.hussey@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
159th Street, Pflumm to Quivira
The cities of Overland Park and Olathe, Kan. and Johnson County, Kan. have partnered for safety improvements to 159th St., from Pflumm to Quivira. Improvements include a new two-lane roadway fully reconstructed, with paved shoulders, pavement markings and new drainage ditches. The road will generally have a smoother profile and longer flatter side slopes. A single lane roundabout will be constructed at the Pflumm Rd. intersection, and the road will be shifted south near the airport runway.
Project Manager: Kyle Dieckmann, 913-895-6053, kyle.dieckmann@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. The roundabout at Pflumm is open. 159th from Parkhill to Quivira is open. 159th in between Pflumm and Parkhill remains closed.
167th Street Bridges Over Coffee Creek
The City of Overland Park is constructing bridges over Coffee Creek to complete the 167th St. corridor, between Switzer and Quivira. The scope includes construction of three bridges, two-lane connecting roadways, sidewalks, street lighting and pavement marking.
Project manager: Tony Rome, 913-895-6001, tony.rome@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction is scheduled for 2021.
Attachment: 167th Street Bridges - BR-1664 Project Information
Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program
This project includes pavement replacement, driveway approaches, sidewalks, storm sewers, and street light upgrades for many locations in Overland Park. 2020’s location is a portion of the Sylvan Grove neighborhood near 95th and Hadley.
Project manager: Becky Bonebrake, 913-895-6008, becky.bonebrake@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
Residential Street Improvements
This project is essential to maintaining the City’s residential streets. Where appropriate, street improvements may include mill and overlay, ultra-thin bonded asphalt, and various concrete repairs. Curb and sidewalk repair is done as part of the residential street improvement program on a case-by-case basis. 2020 locations include portions of:
- Nottingham Forest South (mill and overlay)
- Hilltop Acres (ultra-thin bonded asphalt)
- Switzer Lake Estates (ultra-thin bonded asphalt)
- Wilshire Farms (ultra-thin bonded asphalt)
- Wyngate (ultra-thin bonded asphalt)
- Coffee Creek Crossing (ultra-thin bonded asphalt)
Project manager: Jason Hussey, 913-895-6007, jason.hussey@opkansas.org
Schedule: The project areas listed above are expected to be complete in 2020.
132nd Street Mini Roundabouts
This project builds mini roundabouts to improve traffic flow. Roundabout locations include the intersection of 132nd and Foster, and the 132nd, 133rd and Hemlock intersections. Currently, 132nd and Foster is a two-way stop intersection and 132nd and 133rd and Hemlock is a four-way stop intersection.
Project manager: Kasim Azhar, 913-895-6052, kasim.azhar@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction will start in August of 2020. The 132nd St. and Foster intersection will be constructed first and will be closed to traffic. Upon completion of the mini roundabout at 132nd and Foster, the intersection will open to traffic and 132nd and 133rd and Hemlock will be closed for construction of the second mini roundabout. The project is expected to be complete in fall 2020.
Quivira Road, 159th to 179th Street
This project includes reconstruction of Quivira from 159th to 179th St., including a concrete, two-lane, divided roadway with a raised median and shoulders, roundabouts at 165th, 167th, and 175th St., and a traffic signal at 159th and Quivira. A sidewalk, multi-use trail, street lighting, storm sewers, and landscape restoration will also be included.
Project manager: Eric Keenan, 913-895-6028, eric.keenan@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction began in August 2019. The first phase, from 175th to 179th St., is complete and back open. The second phase, from 170th to 175th St. (including a roundabout at 175th St.), is in progress. The project in full is anticipated to be complete in fall 2021.
179th Street, U.S. 69 to Metcalf
This project will reconstruct 179th Street from Metcalf to U.S. 69 to a two-lane roadway with paved shoulders and improved roadside geometry. Improvements include storm sewer and landscape restoration.
Project manager: Kasim Azhar, 913-895-6052, kasim.azhar@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction began in May 2020. The project is expected to be complete by fall 2020.
137th Street and Lamar Roundabout
This project will reconstruct the intersection of 137th and Lamar Ave., converting it from an all-way stop sign-controlled intersection to a single-lane roundabout. Improvements include multi-use trails, street lighting, storm sewers and restoration.
Project manager: Tony Rome, 913-895-6001, tony.rome@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress. It’s expected to be complete by fall 2020.
Sylvan Grove Storm Sewer Repairs
This project includes replacement of a failing concrete-lined open channel that extends from 97th to 99th St., between Foster St. and Metcalf Ave.
Project manager: Lauren Garwood, 913-895-6012, lauren.garwood@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction of the ditch liner began in fall 2019.
Major Storm Sewer Repair
The City will replace deteriorated storm sewer pipe, inlets, and wingwalls for several locations in Overland Park, listed below.
- 96th Terr. and Linden St.
- 11616 W. 108th St.
- 85th Terr. and Travis Ln.
- Frontage Rd., South of W. 75th St.
- 8116 Barkley Ln.
- Shawnee Mission Pkwy. and Lowell
- 106th St. and Bond
Project manager: Ybairy Duin, 913-895-6235, ybairy.duin@opkansas.org
Schedule: This project is in progress.
86th and Lamar Storm Sewer Repair
The City will construct approximately 4,000 feet of stormwater-reinforced concrete box pipe and drainage structures, and 1,300 feet of sanitary sewer between 87th and 85th streets and Glenwood St. and Lamar Ave., in order to replace deteriorating infrastructure and alleviate flooding and drainage issues in this area.
This project is partially-funded by the Johnson County Stormwater Management Program in addition to Overland Park’s stormwater utility fund.
Project manager: Ybairy Duin, 913-895-6235, ybairy.duin@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction will begin in fall 2020.
Myron Scafe Building Parking Lot
This project will reconstruct the existing Myron Scafe Building’s asphalt parking lot with concrete pavement. Improvements include the addition of security cameras, lighting, EV charging stations, and storm sewer and landscape restoration.
Project manager: Kasim Azhar, 913-895-6052, kasim.azhar@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction began in June 2020. The project is expected to be complete by fall 2020.
Centralized Fleet Maintenance Facility
This project will provide a consolidated location for maintenance of more than 550 City vehicles including snow plows, police cars, fire trucks and more. The 35,000 square-foot facility will be located on the east side of Antioch just south of U.S. 69.
See a live view of this project from the construction site camera.
Project manager: Eric Keenan, 913-895-6028, eric.keenan@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction started in summer of 2019. The building is expected to open in fall 2020.
91st Street Trail Improvements
This project includes construction of a 10-foot-wide trail near 91st Street to accommodate bicycles and pedestrians. The trail will run from Nall Ave. on the east to Lowell Ave. on the west, where it will join the existing trail segment that leads to Cherokee Park.
The trail is part of the Overland Park Greenway Linkages Plan, which helps guide a system linking public parks and recreation facilities to schools, neighborhoods, churches and more.
Public involvement: There will be a public meeting during the fall of 2020 to share project plans and answer questions. Please fill out the comment form to share your thoughts or questions.
Project manager: Kasim Azhar, 913-895-6052, kasim.azhar@opkansas.org
Schedule: Construction is expected to begin in early 2021. The project is expected to be complete in late 2021.
Attachment: 91st Street Trail Improvements Project Plans
Project Types
Mill + Overlay
A mill and overlay removes the top two to three inches of the asphalt street. Milling removes the old surface and helps to restore the street to its original shape. Crews then overlay new asphalt. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included as part of the project. Thoroughfare roads are treated with this maintenance every 10 to 12 years; and residential streets are treated at least 30 years after they were newly constructed.
Ultra-Thin Bonded Asphalt
This process removes the top 5/8″ of existing pavement from a street. Crews then apply an ultra-thin bonded asphalt, which seals the pavement, and prolongs the life of the street. Curb and gutter, sidewalk, storm sewer and commercial driveway repairs are included as part of the project. Thoroughfare roads are treated approximately every 8-10 years.
Chip Seal
Chip seal is used on residential streets to extend the life of aging streets until crews can overlay the pavement.
Benefits of Chip Seal
Chip seal extends the life of your street and is relatively quick to apply, reducing the disruption to the neighborhood. It creates a skid-resistant surface that can be used right away. Chip seal keeps streets in good condition by sealing cracks and preventing water from creating new issues.
Compared to other project types, chip seal provides a better value to taxpayers and residents because it lasts longer and is less expensive.
| Project Type | Cost Per Lane Mile | Expected Longevity |
|---|---|---|
| Chip seal | $17,600 | 7 years |
| Overlay | $176,000 | 10 years |
| Total reconstruction | $1.5 million | 20-30 years |
Chip Seal Process
Chip seal typically happens during the summer. City staff notify residents with mailed postcards and door hangers before chip sealing begins. These notifications have contact information included so you can call with questions or concerns. Streets remain open and you will have access to your home.
The chip seal process involves spraying a mixture to seal cracks, spreading small chip rocks on the mixture, and rolling the chip rocks to embed them into the street surface.
On the day the work is scheduled, do not park in the street. You can drive slowly on the chip sealed surface during the curing process, but do not brake or turn the wheels of your vehicle sharply within the first few hours of application.
After chip seal is applied, street sweepers will sweep five times to reduce loose rock. Do not park on the street during that week so sweepers can remove the loose rock.
Chip seal application lasts approximately seven years.
Chip Seal Map
Street sweeping is completed several times after chip seal is applied. Use the map linked below to see recent chip seal locations and their sweeping status.
Neighborhood Street Reconstruction
The city’s neighborhood street reconstruction program includes pavement replacement, driveway approaches, as well as sidewalks, storm sewers, and street lights. Streets improved with this project type may not need to be rebuilt or repaved for as long as 50 years.
The impact of this project type varies by neighborhood and depends on other needed infrastructure upgrades, but streets often must be closed for weeks or months in order to complete the work. At times, street trees must be removed to accommodate infrastructure, but will be replaced. City staff meet in-person with residents in the area to provide as much notice and information as possible.
Upgrades are funded by the Capital Improvements Program with the 1/8 cent sales tax revenues.
Stormwater Improvements
Stormwater projects replace aging and deteriorating corrugated metal pipe with reinforced concrete pipe and new concrete inlet structures in order to safely move stormwater away from property and improve drainage. Some stormwater projects address bank erosion or instability along creeks or rivers. Stormwater projects often involve lane or street closures in residential areas.