BNSF Railway to begin crossing closures in Hutchinson

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — BNSF Railway will begin work on several railroad crossings in Hutchinson starting Monday, May 5, leading to a series of temporary road closures across the city.

According to project details released Thursday, the following crossings will be impacted:

Elm Street

Popular Street

BNSF Poplar Street detour.  (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson) — BNSF Poplar Street detour. (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson)

Walnut Street

BNSF Walnut Detour.  (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson) — BNSF Walnut Detour. (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson)

Washington Street

Monroe Street

Van Buren Street

BNSF Van Buren Detour (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson) — BNSF Van Buren Detour (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson)

Whiteside Street

BNSF Whiteside detour. (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson) — BNSF Whiteside detour. (Map courtesy City of Hutchinson)

Plum Street

Each crossing will be fully closed while crews complete maintenance and improvement work. City officials say detours will be clearly marked, and motorists are urged to follow posted signage and plan for additional travel time when traveling through affected areas.

Specific detour routes will vary by location, with maps available outlining alternate paths around each closure.

The work is part of ongoing efforts by BNSF Railway to maintain and improve rail infrastructure in Hutchinson. Officials note that the timeline for each crossing may shift depending on weather conditions and construction progress.

Drivers are encouraged to remain alert in work zones and use caution when navigating detour routes.