Project Update:

Updated 6/18/26

Construction is underway on Front Street, from Chouteau Trafficway to North Topping Avenue. Crews have resumed work as of March 2026 after taking a break during the winter. Under the current traffic configuration, the two northmost lanes will be drivable while construction is taking place in the two southmost lanes. One of the north lanes is for westbound traffic, and the other one is for eastbound traffic. Through traffic should follow detour signs and take Highway 210 to avoid the construction zone. The project timeline has extended due to utility conflicts in the area. Construction is estimated to be complete by late 2027, weather and unforeseen circumstances permitting.

Project Description

Front Street is located in northeast Kansas City and it runs along the southern bank of the Missouri River. This project focuses on reconstructing the existing road from Chouteau Trafficway to North Topping Avenue.

Roadway improvements include: 

• Roadway reconstruction
  • Full depth pavement re-construction
  • New curbs, storm sewers, sidewalks, medians, driveway aprons
  • 10’ wide trail along north side of Front Street & along the east side of Chouteau Trafficway 
  • 6’ sidewalk along south side of Front Street
• New water main (paid for by Water Services)
• Stormwater infrastructure .
• New street lights and traffic signals + signal synchronization
• Intersection Improvements at Chouteau Trafficway

View Front Street Reconstruction Project on the map

Project Timeline:                                 

Phase 1: Involves reconstruction of the south half of Front Street. Work is expected to start in March of 2025. There will already being water main replacement work happening before major construction on this project starts.

Phase 2: Involves reconstruction of the north half of Front Street.

Phase 3: Involves the reconstruction of NE Chouteau Trafficway.

Phase 4: Involves the reconstruction of the median on Front Street.

This project is anticipated to be complete by the end of 2026.

Traffic Impact:

Through-traffic will be maintained throughout construction, but normal backups will occur. The public is encouraged to use detour routes.

Phases 1 and 2 will involve lane closures that will result in one-way traffic. See visual aids below:

 Phase 3 will also involve lane closures that will result in one-way traffic. See visual aids below:

Phase 4 will have limited impacts on traffic. See visual aid below:

Project Background: 

This project will improve traffic efficiency and safety for Front Street. The City of Kansas City received $7.0 million in STP funds to complete acquisition of ROW and easements for this project and support project construction. Local funds including GO Bond and TIF have helped make this project a reality. 

Project Contacts:

Aaron Peck Project Manager, Public Works

Phone: 816-513-2572

Project Number:

89008088