Traffic Route Updates
From construction to events, street closings are a visible reminder of a city on the move.
City of Wichita Public Works Projects
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Report malfunctioning streetlights at traffic@wichita.gov; please include an address and pole number, if possible. As with any construction project, closures & detours may vary both in duration and location. Timeframes are tentative and subject to change. Please plan accordingly.
Major Traffic Impacts
Commerce and St. Francis, Waterman to Kellogg
Traffic Impact: Commerce is CLOSED south of Waterman. Lewis is closed at St. Francis. St. Francis is one lane southbound only from Waterman to Kellog.
Description: This project will reconstruct both Commerce and St. Francis Streets as two-way roadways with sidewalk, parking, and new pedestrian and vehicular connections between both streets. The project also includes water and drainage improvements. Aesthetic enhancements such as trees, benches, trash receptacles, bike racks, and public art components will also be constructed.
Estimated completion: 4th Quarter 2025
Downtown Two-Way Conversion
Traffic Impact: Lane closures may be encoutered throughout construction along Emporia, Topeka, English, Market and Main.
Description: This project will convert Emporia, Topeka, English, Market and Main to two-way travel. Project includes traffic signal modifications, asphalt overlay, and pavement markings.
Estimated completion: 2nd Quarter 2025