(KMZA)--The Union Pacific Railroad will replace the railroad crossing on U.S. 36 Highway east of Seneca on Friday, weather permitting,

The Kansas Department of Transporation says work will occur between 6 in the morning and 6 in the evening.

U.S. 36 will be closed during this time.  Traffic will be guided by a signed detour route using K-187, K-9 and K-63 back to U.S. 36.