Wakarusa Drive Extension Project
The proposed extension of Wakarusa Drive is a high priority improvement in the county’s road network. The proposed alignment will restore north-south connection for a large service area in southwest Douglas County, and provide Lawrence residents with increased access to city park facilities. The proposed road will be maintained by Douglas County.
County Commissioners approved the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) during their business meeting on Nov. 9. The plan includes the future extension of Wakarusa Drive.
YouTube Videos
May 13, 2026, Commission meeting: https://youtu.be/raIko2d4Xjg?si=-uaJxU_pxBBEZucc
Nov. 9, 2022, Commission meeting: https://youtu.be/oFsTPXW7ZJQ
Oct. 26, 2022, Commission work session about the CIP: https://youtu.be/spbmy33kR-Y
Documents
Map
Details of Map Image
This map shows the proposed extension of Wakarusa Drive from K-10 Highway to N 1200 Road. The road crosses the Wakarusa River east of Eagle Bend Golf Course, continuing south across an open field on federal property. The open area is leased to the City of Lawrence for future park uses.