Governor Laura Kelly announced today that over $6.8 million in federal funding will be allocated to nine new locations for the state’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program. These new direct current (DC) fast-charging stations will enhance Kansas’ existing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, creating a more comprehensive statewide EV charging network.

Federal funding for the awarded projects is capped at 80%, requiring at least a 20% cash match from private or local sources. This results in a total investment exceeding $9 million in Kansas.

The Kansas Department of Transportation has selected the following nine new EV charging locations:

• Augusta – Casey’s, 212 W 7^th St. (U.S. 400)
• Baxter Springs – Casey’s, 2403 Military Ave. (U.S. 400)
• Lebo – Casey’s, 2740 Fauna Rd. (I-35)
• Dodge City – Love’s, 2505 E Trail St. (U.S. 400)
• Kingman – Casey’s, 442 E D Ave. (U.S. 400)
• Ottawa – Love’s, 203 E 27^th St. (I-35)
• Park City – Sinclair, 6209 N Broadway Ave. (I-135)
• Parsons – Casey’s, 516 Main St. (U.S. 400)
• Severy – Pete’s, 218 R Rd. (U.S. 400)

These new stations complement the six previously announced on January 3, which are located at:

• Emporia – Flying J, 4215 W Hwy 50 (I-35)  
• Garden City – Love’s, 3285 E U.S. 50 (U.S. 400) 
• Cherokee – Pete’s, 20 U.S. 400  
• Fredonia – Pete’s, 2400 E Washington St. (U.S. 400) 
• Belleville – Love’s, 1356 U.S. Highway 81
• Pratt – Casey’s, 1900 E 1st St (U.S. 400) 

“These additional fast charging stations will give more Kansans the option to drive electric vehicles,” said Tami Alexander, KDOT Alternative Fuels Program Manager. “KDOT is leveraging private investment with the federal match to build out a statewide EV charging network.” 

NEVI formula funds stipulate that EV charging stations must be situated along federally designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC), with stations available every 50 miles and within one mile of the AFC. Each station must support simultaneous charging for four vehicles at 150 kW. They must remain accessible to the public and offer amenities like food, beverages, restrooms, and shelter from adverse weather. Once all AFCs in the state are fully established, KDOT can utilize NEVI funds for EV charging infrastructure on any public road or publicly accessible location.