Westport flooding project nears completion as World Cup deadline approaches
By Zach Fisher
Published on April 4, 2026.
A nearly $30 million project to end decades of flooding in Westport, Kansas, is nearing a critical milestone as construction crews race to finish underground work before the World Cup. KC Water is building two massive underground stormwater basins designed to capture floodwater and release it slowly, preventing street flooding. The construction has disrupted streets and disrupted access to shops, but residents believe the work is worth it. The work is expected to be completed before the tournament.
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