Kansas City, Kansas, January 17, 2026
News Summary
Heavy snowfall warnings have been issued affecting multiple sections of Kansas Highway 10 (K-10), causing delays for motorists traveling between Kansas City and Lawrence. Specific stretches, including Eudora and Lawrence, are experiencing significant snow accumulation, with alerts issued late Friday. Despite harsh weather, no traffic incidents have been reported, but drivers are advised to exercise caution. Additionally, ongoing construction is expected to reduce traffic capacity on K-10 in some areas. Community feedback has also been sought for future highway improvements.
Kansas City, Kansas – Heavy snowfall warnings have been issued for multiple sections of Kansas Highway 10 (K-10), which are impacting traffic between Kansas City and Lawrence. The adverse weather conditions are affecting several stretches of the highway, causing concerns for motorists and delaying travel.
Eastbound K-10 in Eudora is experiencing heavy snowfall between CR-442/North 1400th Road and Lexington Avenue, impacting a distance of approximately 2.47 miles. A traffic alert for this area was reported on Friday at 10:17 p.m. with updates released shortly afterward at 10:21 p.m.. In the same region, westbound K-10 has heavy snowfall from Evening Star Road to CR-1061/Church Street, covering 2.01 miles. Another alert issued at 10:19 p.m. was also updated at 10:21 p.m..
Further snowfall warnings are affecting Eudora on K-10 between CR-1061/Church Street and CR-442/East 1750 Road, impacting 2.60 miles, with similar reporting times. In Lawrence, heavy snowfall warnings have also been issued for K-10 between Haskell Avenue and CR-1061/Church Street, affecting 2.07 miles. This alert was posted at 10:17 p.m. and updated at 10:21 p.m.
Additionally, eastbound K-10 in De Soto is facing heavy snowfall from Edgerton Road to South Cedar Creek Parkway, affecting a distance of 2.43 miles. Alerts were reported at 10:17 p.m. with updates at 10:21 p.m.. Westbound K-10 in Lawrence has a snowfall warning between K-10 Access and Haskell Avenue, impacting 1.28 miles, with alerts issued at 10:19 p.m. and updated at 10:21 p.m..
Despite the challenging weather conditions, no traffic incidents were reported in the area over the past 12 hours. However, drivers are advised to exercise caution if traveling in the affected areas.
In addition to snowy conditions, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has announced ongoing construction on K-10 that is expected to reduce traffic to one lane in several locations. Flaggers will guide traffic near the interchange at Sixth Street/U.S. Highway 40 on July 31 and August 1, and on K-10 over Yankee Tank Creek from July 31 to August 6. Work is scheduled to take place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m..
The construction project aims to widen the west leg of the South Lawrence Trafficway into a four-lane highway. KDOT has received federal approval for the K-10 Corridor Capacity Improvement Plan, allowing the initiative to progress to the design phase with an estimated cost of $1.2 billion. This project is necessary to accommodate the anticipated doubling of traffic on K-10 over the next 30 years due to significant development in western Johnson County and particularly in De Soto.
In response to community feedback, KDOT is considering input from local residents as part of the design plans for the highway improvements. Public input sessions have occurred and more opportunities for feedback are expected as the project continues. Community concerns are also being addressed regarding the proposed interchange at K-10 and Lone Elm Road, with residents advocating for an overpass to ensure the safety of children walking to nearby schools.
FAQs
What areas are currently affected by heavy snowfall warnings on K-10?
Heavy snowfall warnings have been issued for multiple sections of Kansas Highway 10 (K-10), affecting traffic from Kansas City to Lawrence.
Is there ongoing construction on K-10?
Yes, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) has announced ongoing construction on K-10 expected to reduce traffic to one lane in multiple places.
What is the aim of the K-10 Corridor Capacity Improvement Plan?
The planned project aims to accommodate the anticipated doubling of traffic on K-10 over the next 30 years, influenced by significant development in western Johnson County and particularly in De Soto.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Heavy Snowfall Warnings | Affects multiple sections of K-10 from Kansas City to Lawrence. |
| Construction Details | Expected to reduce traffic to one lane in multiple locations on K-10. |
| Project Goal | Accommodate doubling of traffic on K-10 over the next 30 years. |
| KDOT Approval | Federal approval for K-10 Corridor Capacity Improvement Plan. |
| Estimated Cost | $1.2 billion. |
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