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Project Description
The I-70 and Taylor Road project west of Junction City is in the project discovery phase. The current aging bridge over I-70 needs to be replaced. With this comes an opportunity to add a new interchange to increase access and encourage additional economic development in the area. The project is also studying potential local roadway connections from the potential I-70 interchange to Strauss Boulevard that may be completed by local entities.
The I-70 and Taylor Road project was identified as a top priority for the North Central Region (District 2) through KDOT's Local Consult process in 2021. To move this project forward, KDOT will need to allocate funds after local investment is committed. KDOT will determine the final project scope based on funding, local investment, community engagement, and the needs of the transportation system.
The project discovery phase was completed in 2023. This project has not yet been selected for construction (known as the IKE Construction Pipeline). Once selected, a proposed construction year would be provided. Project development could take 3 to 4 years.
Project Location
Project Details
| Project Name | I-70 and Taylor Road Project |
| Project Number | KA-6541-01 |
| Location | West of Junction City on I-70 at Taylor Road |
| Scope | Bridge replacement, improvements to Taylor Road adjacent to the bridge, and potential new interchange with new frontage road connection between Taylor Road and Strauss Boulevard |
| Approximate Length | 1 mile (I-70), 1 mile (Taylor Road) |
| Project Timeline | Public Engagement (June/July 2023), Finalize Study (Summer 2023), Right-of-Way Acquisition (2025-2026), Possible Construction (2027-2028) |
| Cost Estimate (FY2027) | Interchange: $21.5M (Construction) $24.9M (Total) Local Roads: $3.6M (Construction) $4.2M (Total) |