County hears priorities for summer road work

Road and bridge director Mark Griffith laid out his plans for road repairs this summer. He wants to establish a road improvement fund to tackle bigger projects down the road, including 1400th Street north of Iola.

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March 22, 2023 - 3:09 PM

Road and bridge director Mark Griffith talks to county commissioners. Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register

Allen County leaders agreed to set aside money every year for major road improvement projects.

Road and Bridge Director Mark Griffith laid out his plans for a road improvement fund, similar to the way the county saves to purchase big-ticket special equipment. Commissioners gave their blessing to take steps to create the fund, which will require a resolution. 

The plan came as Griffith realized he would need to delay plans for an asphalt overlay on 1400 Street. The county road once served as U.S. 169 between Iola and Colony until it was rebuilt a couple of decades ago, but is still used by about 1,200 cars a day.

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