KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Organizers behind the South Loop Project in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, said Wednesday that work continues on the project as 2024 draws to a close.
For the last several weeks, contracts have been completing “preliminary field work” that includes the drilling and digging of test holes.
The project aims to “cap” the stretch of Interstate 670 on the south side of the downtown loop with a publicly accessible park with various amenities.
By the end of 2024, organizers hope to have onboarded the construction manager/general contractor for the project. The firm would be responsible for overseeing project planning, budgeting and construction. Kansas City, Missouri, put out a call in September for companies interested in serving as the manager/contractor of the project.
As fieldwork continues, organizers say residents may notice traffic changes and other design activities around the area.
Cost for the project has varied but is expected to run more than $200, with funding coming from federal, state, local, and civic support.
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