(KNZA)--A chip and seal project is set to begin Thursday, May 28 on U.S. 73 in Brown County, weather allowing.

According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, work will occur from the north city limits of Horton to the Kansas/Nebraska state line and is expected to be completed by Saturday, June 6.

The chip and seal process sprays oil on the road and covers it with rock chips.

KDOT says work will take place during daylight hours and Saturday work is possible.                                                                                                        

Traffic will be controlled using a pilot car operation, traffic cones and signage.  Motorists should expect delays of up to 15 minutes.

Vance Brothers, Inc. of Kansas City, Mo. is the contractor on the $760,000 project.