Kansas Department of Transportation

02/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/17/2026 17:33

Portions of I-70 reopened in northwest Kansas

The Kansas Department of Transportation has reopened westbound I-70 from WaKeeney to the Colorado state line and eastbound lanes at Oakley. Eastbound lanes remain closed between Colby and Oakley due to a multiple vehicle crash blocking the roadway.

For the latest updates on road closures and conditions, visit kandrive.gov, or call 511 in Kansas or 866-511-5368 outside Kansas.

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