K-9 Railroad Crossing Near Frankfort To Close For Repairs

Union Pacific Railroad will close the crossing for one day next week.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Union Pacific Railroad will close its crossing on K-9 just west of Frankfort in Marshall County for repair work next week. The roadway will be fully closed at the railroad crossing from approximately 8 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, until 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24, conditions permitting.

Why it matters

The closure will impact travel in the area, requiring motorists to follow a signed detour or use alternate routes. Maintaining railroad crossings is important for public safety and the efficient movement of goods and people.

The details

During the closure, motorists can follow the signed detour on K-99, K-16 and U.S. 77, or use alternate routes that are not marked. KDOT urges motorists to stay alert and follow posted signs in all work zones.

  • The roadway will be fully closed at the railroad crossing from approximately 8 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 23, until 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 24, conditions permitting.

The players

Union Pacific Railroad

A major freight railroad company that operates in 23 states in the western two-thirds of the United States.

Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)

The state transportation agency responsible for maintaining and improving the transportation infrastructure in Kansas.

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What’s next

Motorists should check KanDrive.gov or call 511 for current road conditions and updates on the highway project.

The takeaway

This temporary closure of the K-9 railroad crossing near Frankfort is necessary for important repair work, but will require drivers to plan ahead and follow the posted detour or use alternate routes to avoid delays.