U.S. 69 railroad crossing closure set for mid-July

Monday, July 15, the BNSF Railway plans to close and begin repairs on the U.S. 69 railroad crossing at the south city limits of Columbus.

The crossing is expected to remain closed for three days, weather permitting.

U.S. 69 will be closed at the work zone. Traffic should follow the signed state route detour on U.S. 160, U.S. 400/69A, U.S. 166 and U.S. 69.

Persons with questions may contact Larry Robinson at KDOT-Pittsburg, (620) 762-0759, or Priscilla Petersen at (620) 902-6433.