City of Lawrence announces next major road construction project to begin: Iowa Street

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The stretch of Iowa Street from 23rd Street to Irving Hill Road is the next major construction project the city is set to undertake.

Work will begin at the end of this month “and will deliver essential infrastructure upgrades, ensuring a safer, more accessible, and modern corridor for all residents and travelers,” according to a city news release on Tuesday.

Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, “pending weather or other delays,” according to the release.

There will be at least one open lane in each direction at all times, but there will be temporary lane closures and sidewalk detours throughout the project, according to the release.

The project will include the following, according to the city:

  • “Rebuilt Roadway: New concrete pavement, curb, and gutter for a smoother, more durable driving experience.
  • Multimodal Enhancements: A new sidewalk on the east side of Iowa Street between 19th Street and Irving Hill Road, and a shared-use path replacing the existing sidewalk on the west side, providing safe and convenient options for pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Utility and Drainage Upgrades: Replacement of aging waterlines and installation of improved storm sewer infrastructure to enhance drainage and reliability.
  • Modern Lighting: Updated streetlights with underground power to improve safety and visibility.”

The city will keep a project website with updates at lawrenceks.org/mso/iowa-street/.

The city has completed construction projects on several main thoroughfares throughout town in recent years, including East 23rd Street, Sixth Street and North Second and Third streets.

A couple other major projects still to come include Massachusetts Street between 14th and 23rd streets, as well as Ninth Street between Illinois and Kentucky streets.

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