Another popular travel center is headed to the KC area — this time in Johnson County
Maverik — a Utah-based, outdoors-themed travel center chain — is looking to open its first Kansas location in Johnson County.
The 6,000-square-foot gas station is slated to open at Homestead Lane and 199th Street in Edgerton, according to a release from Elevate Edgerton, an economic development agency for the city.
While construction is set to begin in mid-2024, Elevate Edgerton did not clarify when it’s expected to open.
Maverik told The Star it “could not confirm any construction plans yet.”
Founded in Wyoming in 1928, Maverik has over 380 locations in 12 states, including Nebraska, Colorado and Nevada. It has none in Missouri.
The chain is known for its mountain-themed decor. Its in-store BonFire Grill markets serve breakfast burritos, egg and cheese sandwiches, pizza, doughnuts and other treats.
Last year, Maverik announced that its parent company, FJ Management, had acquired Iowa-based gas station company Kum & Go. Maverik has begun to rebrand several of its Kum & Go locations.
Further north in Kansas City, Kansas, Texas-based travel chain Buc-ee’s is planning its first Kansas City area spot near Kansas Speedway. The massive centers have a cult-like following. Its closest location, in Springfield, is 53,000 square feet with 120 fuel pumps.
A St. Louis travel center, Wally’s, is opening an Independence pit stop, expected to be 30,000 square feet with 80 gas pumps.
Meanwhile, Oklahoma-based QuikTrip continues to have a hold on the Kansas City area. In October, it celebrated the grand opening of its 100th area store.