Bob Billings Parkway Hit by Limestone Surprise | Lawrence News

A surprise limestone ledge discovered west of Alvamar Drive on the Bob Billings Parkway project has thrown a wrench in plans, forcing delays and redesigns of the retaining wall. The city claims they weren’t aware of the ledge initially, but now they’re weighing options to preserve it and avoid costly utility relocations. Originally slated for November completion, the project is now expected by year’s end. Meanwhile, paving crews are back on-site, focusing first on eastbound lanes with temporary striping targeted for next week, before tackling the westbound side. On a positive note, Iowa Street repaving is ahead of schedule—with only a small stretch left at Ninth and Iowa, set for completion by early September. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/71bd19c89400ce01