(KLZA)-- Weather permitting, The Nebraska Department of Roads says work is scheduled to begin the week of February 1st on U.S. Highway 73 east and west of Verdon.

Hawkins Construction Company, of Omaha, Nebraska, has the contract for the $4 million dollar project, which will consists of guardrail replacement, bridge rail replacement, concretebridge deck repair and membrane waterproofing.

During construction, traffic will be controlled by traffic signal lights and “reduced speed” signs with a 14-foot width restriction. 

Minimal delays can be expected. The project is anticipated to be complete in August.