Road construction scheduled between Atkinson and Stuart

Weather permitting, work will begin April 20 on U.S. Highway 20 between Stuart and Atkinson, from reference post 280.55 to reference post 288.35, according to the Nebraska Department of Transportation.

Werner Construction, of Hastings, is the prime contractor for this project. Work includes culvert repair, milling, asphalt paving and seeding.

Traffic will be maintained with flaggers, Automated Flagger Assistance Device, and a pilot car for the milling and asphalt paving operations.

Anticipated completion is the middle of July 2026.

Motorists are reminded to drive cautiously in and near work zo...