K-5 in Leavenworth County closed at Seven-Mile Creek because of flooding

K-5 in Leavenworth County has been closed at Seven-Mile Creek because of flooding over the roadway pavement, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. (KDOT photo)

Update: K-5 has now reopened, according to KDOT, as flood waters have receded.

K-5 in Leavenworth County has been closed at Seven-Mile Creek because of flooding over the roadway pavement, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation.

Drivers must use alternate routes until further notice, a KDOT spokeswoman stated. No detours are provided.

Drivers are asked not to attempt to drive through flooded or high water on roadways.