Engineering

The Leawood Public Works Department is dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of the community through environmentally and economically sound infrastructure preservation and growth while providing outstanding service to our customers. The Engineering Division of Public Works designs and inspects public improvements constructed in Leawood, including streets, bridges, stormsewer, streetlights, and traffic signals. The Division is also responsible for all work in the right-of-way.

The city has adopted design criteria and codes to ensure new construction are cost effective, meet current safety requirements and are an asset to the community.

The criteria and codes include general notes and checklists and policies for roadways, stormwater, private site improvements and erosion and sediment control.

Construction Projects

Google Fiber

Description: For additional internet opportunities, Google Fiber is installing new fiber and network facilities in the City of Leawood. Ervin Cable Construction, LLC is contracted to complete the work on behalf of Google Fiber. The work is expected to occur in the City regulated right-of-way along roads and in front yards. If you have questions or concerns regarding Google Fiber work, please use the contact information provided below.

Customer Concerns / Questions: All construction-related concerns and inquiries must be directed to Google Fiber’s 24/7 Construction Line – 1-877-454-6959. This includes matters regarding restoration and repair

What to Expect:

  • Ground Markings: Various colors of paint, flags and other ground markings are required to denote the locations of utilities to minimizing conflicts.
  • In-Ground Box Installation: Small, underground fiber-optic boxes will be installed within the right-of-way of homes and developments.
  • Orange Construction Fencing: Fencing will be installed to denote and secure all open excavations. Removal of the fencing indicates the area has been restored and is secure.
  • Sod Restoration:
    • Sod will be installed for restoration purposes during the defined “sod season” of March 1st to May 15th, and September 1st to November 15th, each year.
    • Temporary measures of restoration consists of the installation of seed and matting, which are installed during “non-sod seasons”. In the event the seed and matting solution does not take, sod will be placed during the following sod season.
  • White Flags: Upon completion of underground construction, white flags are set to denote where newly placed sod needs watering.
    • To ensure a complete watering schedule, these flags need to remain in place until removed by the contractor.
  • Restoration / Property Damage: Google Fiber will repair property damage that was a result of Google Fiber work, as applicable. This includes, but is not limited to irrigation and invisible dog fences.

Internet Service: For information related to internet service, please contact Google Fiber by calling 844-36-FIBER, visiting www.fiber.google.com, or scanning the QR code provided below:

Google Fiber QR Code

Google Fiber FAQ

Mission Rd, 133rd St to 143rd St

Description:  Reconstruction of the roadway allowing for one lane in each direction with a median and turn lanes. It also includes LED Street lights, drainage improvements, bike lanes, sidewalks, and a new pedestrian signal crossing north of Prairie Star Elementary. Evergy will bury the overhead power lines and WaterOne will upgrade portions of their water main.

Construction Timing:  Starting in early 2023 through the spring of 2024.

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134

2023 Residential Mill and Overlay

Description:  This project will remove and replace the top one inch of asphalt pavement through the Leawood Falls neighborhood along with 138th St. through Highlands Ranch. Also, a portion of the Leawood Estates (east of Mission Rd., north of 103rd St. and west of Lee Boulevard) neighborhood and other locations where necessity and funding will allow. Spot replacement of concrete curb and gutter will accompany the roadway overlay and new striping.

Construction Timing:  spring/summer of 2024.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

Town Center Drive - Nall to Justice Center

Description:  This project will remove and replace the top two inches of asphalt pavement. Spot replacement of concrete curb and gutter will accompany the roadway overlay and new striping.

Construction Timing:  spring/summer of 2024.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

2023/2024 Residential Reconstruction

Description:  This project scope includes reconstruction of W 97th Place from Mission Road to Ensley Lane and Ensley Lane to the South Cul-de-Sac and the section of Ensley Lane from 93rd Street to 91st Street. The scope will include full replacement of the roadway pavement, new curb and gutter, new street lighting and storm sewer improvements.

General Timing:  Construction beginning March/April, 2024 through fall of 2024.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

State Line Rd Sanitary Sewer Force Main

Description:  : This project includes installation of a new Johnson County Wastewater sanitary sewer force main under the State Lane Rd south Bound lanes from 89th St to 104rd and then continuing the force main south and west through City Park to tie to the JCW Wastewater Treatment Facility on Lee Blvd. This will include installation of new fiber optic and replacement of the roadway.

GeneralTiming:  Summer 2024 through spring of 2025.

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134

Tomahawk Creek Parkway (TCP), College Blvd to 119th

Description:  This project includes raising the roadway to minimize future flooding, a new roundabout intersection at TCP and Town Center Dr, new roadway surface, bike lanes, enhanced landscaping, and drainage improvements.

General Timeframe:  Construction starting fall of 2024 through summer of 2025

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134

83rd St, West City Limit to State Line Rd

Description:  This project scope includes reconstructing 83rd Street from State Line Road to the western city limits. Project includes replacing the pavement, curb and gutter, and a new signal will be installed at State Line Rd.

General Timing:  Anticipated start late in 2024.

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134

Traffic Signal at 8680 State Line Rd

Description:  A new traffic signal with turn lanes at 8680 State Line Rd in conjunction with the Leawood Village Development on the west side of State Line Rd.

Construction Timing:  Possibly spring of 2024

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

135th Street and High Drive

Description:  This project includes construction of a median break, turn lanes, and traffic signal to provide access to the new developments on the north and south sides of 135th Street.

General Timing:  Anticipated in summer of 2024.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

Mission Rd, 95th St to 103rd St

Description:  The City of Leawood is working with Evergy to bury the overhead power lines.

Construction Timing:  Possibly summer 2024.

Contact:  Daniel McMullen, P.E., CFM, 913-663-9135

East Village Development

Description:  Sanitary Sewer line installation and general site grading are currently underway.  Construction of 133rd Terrace and the related storm sewer improvements are also underway.  High Drive from 133rd Street to 133rd Terrace will begin soon.

General Timing:  Ongoing through 2024

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

Parks Projects

For questions regarding the following projects, please contact Parks Superintendent, Brian Anderson at 913-663-9110.

  • New Parks Maintenance Facility
  • Playground @ Tomahawk Creek
  • 75th Anniversary Art Project
  • Pickleball Courts
  • City Park Shelter Replacement

2024 Residential Mill and Overlay

Description:  This project will remove and replace the top one inch of asphalt pavement through the Leawood neighborhood (west of Lee Blvd., south of 95th St, north of 103rd St and East of Mission Rd) Leawood Falls, the Reserve at Ironhorse and Hills of Ironhorse along with an asphalt overlay and new striping.

Construction Timing:  spring/summer of 2024.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

Town Center Drive & 117th Street Rehabilitation

Description:  This project will remove and replace the top two inches of asphalt pavement. Spot replacement of concrete curb and gutter will accompany the roadway overlay and new striping.  The project includes Town Center Drive from Nall Ave. eastward to near the Justice Center and 117th Street from Nall Ave. to Town Center Drive.

Construction Timing:  spring/summer of 2024.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

123rd Street, Mission Rd to State Line Rd – Utility Work

Description:  Utility relocation work will be underway in preparation for the roadway rehabilitation project in 2025.  Overhead utility work as well as underground utility work will occur at various locations and times throughout the project limits and surrounding area.

General Timing:  Beginning summer 2024 through the end of the year.

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

Significant Studies and Designs Underway

123rd St, Mission Rd to State Line Rd

Description:  This project includes milling and overlaying the road surface, reconstructing the curbs, LED street lights, an upgraded pedestrian signal crossing at the school, replacement of metal drainage pipes, new bike lanes, sidewalks (8’ side on the south side), and burying the overhead power lines. Utility relocation work is scheduled for 2024.

General Timeframe:  Utility work in 2024, Street Construction in 2025

Contact:  Todd Thalmann, P.E., 913-663-9143

93rd and Lee Drainage Study

Description: Existing sections of storm sewer are being evaluated for replacement due to aging infrastructure in the area.

General Timing:  Engineering analysis underway with potential project in 2024

Contact:  Daniel McMullen, P.E., CFM, 913-663-9135

81st and Overbrook Flood Study

Description:  Existing sections of storm sewer are being evaluated for replacement due to aging infrastructure and flooding in the area.

General Timing:  Engineering analysis in 2024

Contact:  Daniel McMullen, P.E., CFM, 913-663-9135

133rd Trail from High Drive to Overbrook

Description:  Extend trail along north side of 133rd.   

General Timing:  Engineering analysis in 2024

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134

103rd Street from Mission to State Line Rd Study

Description:  Traffic capacity analysis for possible lane reduction, pedestrian hybrid beacon at Brookridge elementary, School Zone sign/beacon replacement, mill and overlay of road surface, & possibly storm drainage improvements.

General Timing:  Engineering analysis in 2024

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134

State Line Rd 81st to 89th

Description:  evaluate traffic at 85th Ter and at 85th Street for possible signal replacement, road modifications at 89th for pedestrian connection between State Line and pedestrian bridge, mill and overlay road surface.   

General Timing:  Engineering analysis in 2024

Contact:  Brian Scovill, P.E., 913-663-9134