CAPTION: The Hutchinson water tower near the intersection of Avenue A and Adams St. overlooks construction done on Woodie Seat Freeway. Phase II of construction is expected to end in Nov. CREDIT MICHAEL GLENN/THE HUTCHINSON TRIBUNE
By Michael Glenn
The Woodie Seat Freeway Phase II construction project is expected to be done on schedule in Nov. 2024.
That’s according to Public Works Director Cecil Weible and Justin Karam, construction manager for the City of Hutchinson’s engineering division, who spoke in an interview with The Hutchinson Tribune Thursday.
“Right now this is a time for demo and excavation work, and they’re on time for that,” Karam said. “For utility work, sometimes we see delays depending on condition but right now we’re trending on contractor schedule.”
Phase II includes improvements to the freeway beginning with Avenue C and working its way north to Avenue A. Phase II began in March 2025 following the completion of Phase I, which included construction on the freeway south of Avenue C.
“[The project] includes the removal of Avenue B and Avenue A Bridge,” Karam said. “We’re installing a roundabout at the Avenue A bridge. From that interchange, it will start ramping up and tie into the north side of the Avenue C bridge. We’re also doing some improvements on Avenue A, and concrete improvements with adding trails and pavement in that area.”
Karam added that the City is installing traffic signal improvements at Avenue A and Adams St.
Weible said those interested in the construction progress of the freeway can tune in onto the City’s website and view a video of construction. Weible said the video is a timelapse that is updated daily. The video can be viewed here.
