(KNZA)--Pavement repair work is scheduled to begin on a section of U.S. 75 in Brown County on Monday, May 12, conditions permitting. The Kansas Department of Transportation project is located about 2.5 miles south of the Nebraska state line between 315^th and 320^th streets.

KDOT says the area will be restricted to one lane, and traffic will be directed by temporary traffic signals. Motorists should plan for delays of up to 10 minutes.

Work will take place Monday through Friday during daylight hours. Traffic control will remain in place for the duration of the project, which is expected to be complete in mid-June, conditions permitting.

Barkley Construction, LLC, of Wichita, is the prime contractor on the $199,000 project.

KDOT urges motorists to stay alert and follow posted signs in all work zones.