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HERE’S YOUR SIGN: Most farm equipment isn’t designed to travel at highway speeds. This emblem is your sign to slow down, be patient and share the road!
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📣I-70/PQV IN TOPEKA IS NOW OPEN!
✳REMINDERS✳
🔶I-70 is one lane in each direction
🟡Expect slow-moving traffic.
🚧I-70 still reduced at California Ave. bridge.
🔷Consider other routes, such as I-470 for thru traffic.
⚠️PLAN AHEAD & DRIVE ALERT!
▶️ksdot.gov/I-70-Polk-Quincy
TopekaMetroKDOT retweeted
BIG NEWS DRIVERS!
Winter will be here soon and KDOT has launched a new Plow Locations Tool on kandrive.gov that displays active snowplow locations on state highways across Kansas.
Click here for more info:
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⚠️FRIDAY, OCT. 16, in Topeka:
🔷I-70/@PolkQuincy is scheduled to partially reopen to traffic!
▶️▶️Details here: bit.ly/4yO5bXU
TopekaMetroKDOT retweeted
⛔️US59/K-10 ramp closure in @lawrenceks to begin Wed., Oct. 7, at 9am. Please plan ahead!
▶️Details: bit.ly/47yEuKT
@LawrenceKS_PD @douglascountyks @DGSOSheriff @dgcoem
⬇️HEADS UP: US24/K4 ramp changes!⬇️
When you see flashing lights on the side of the road, that’s your cue to Slow Down and, if safe to do so, Move Over.
It’s not only courteous, it’s Kansas law — and it could save a life.
⛺🚣♂️🌭🚙🚤
Whatever plans your Labor Day weekend entails, celebrate responsibly with a safe and sober ride home.
#DriveSober or Get Pulled Over.
⚠️Tues., Sept. 8, in @cityoftopeka
⛔️EB I-70 exit to Topeka Blvd. will close for approx. 2 weeks for @PolkQuincy work.
🔶Detour: MacVicar Ave. to 6th Ave. to Topeka Blvd.
▶️bit.ly/41vz4gE
@Topeka_Police @ShawneeSheriff @KSCapitolPolice @Topekafire @NEKansasKDOT
TopekaMetroKDOT retweeted
Summer may be winding down but work on the I-70 Polk-Quincy Viaduct project shows no signs of slowing. The new viaducts and local road improvements continue to take shape, and the last pieces of the original Polk-Quincy Viaduct demolished.
Learn more: Ksdot.gov/I-70-Polk-Quincy
☀️Summer isn’t over yet! Continue to practice #HeatSafety as high temps are forecasted through this week.
KANSAS: Paving the way since 1956.😎
#KansasProud🌻
Kansas laid down the foundation for modern American road trips as home to the nation’s very first section of interstate highway completed under the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956. 🛣️🌻
From state-shaped license plates in the 1950s to boasting the shortest, sweetest stretch of historic Route 66, the Sunflower State has a rich highway history. Take a look at these fascinating stats from highlighting Kansas's impact on American transportation.
#America250 #Freedom250 #Interstate70th
ALT An infographic titled "Kansas: Sunflower State Statistics." It features the Kansas state seal and a historical license plate from 1951. Highlights include: 32 billion vehicle-miles traveled, 138,993 miles of roads, 2,007,586 registered vehicles, and 1,745,260 licensed drivers. A "Pioneer Pavement" segment in 1956 is noted, along with mention of a 13.2-mile section labeled "Short & Sweet" on Route 66. At the bottom, the source is cited as FHWA Highway Statistics Series, 2024.
🚍SCHOOL IS IN SESSION: Students are back in the classroom, which means school buses, crosswalks and school zones are active again.
🚸Slow down and drive alert to help keep them safe!
🔶Monday, Aug. 17, in Topeka:
⛔️I-70 under California Ave. to close for bridge project.
⚠️Plan ahead for traffic changes!
▶️▶️Details: bit.ly/4gu6vZf
TopekaMetroKDOT retweeted
School is back in session for much of the state! And KDOT wants to remind drivers that in active school zones using handheld mobile devices is prohibited.
Help keep Kansas Kids safe! Ditch the distractions!
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🔔Back-To-School Reminder🔔
🛑STOP means STOP!🛑Kansas Law requires drivers to stop for school buses displaying flashing red lights and stop arm. Obey the law and help keep our students safe!
KDOT keeps Kansans moving. Join our team and help make a difference!
We have a variety of opportunities across the state. Learn more and apply today: bit.ly/45IoiFx
TopekaMetroKDOT retweeted
The temperatures are rising, and so are the new Polk-Quincy Viaducts in downtown Topeka. As demolition continues, abutments and approaches that will help connect new structures to I-70 are taking shape, along with the new EB 4th Street bridge.
Learn more: Ksdot.gov/I-70-Polk-Quincy
Speeding gives you less time to react and more risk to handle.
Slow down and keep everyone safe. #DriveToZeroKansas
TopekaMetroKDOT retweeted
Kansas recorded 377 vehicle strikes to bridges in 2025. KDOT urges travelers to #CheckYourHeighKnowItsRight
Check vehicle & bridge heights on planned routes & lower truck beds or trailered equipment while traveling.
More Info: ksdot.gov/Home/Components/Ne…
