Buc-ee’s, known for gas stations and giant stores, plans new center in Kansas City, Kansas

A convenience store chain known for its giant gas stations — and a huge fan base — is eyeing a location near Kansas Speedway for its next travel center.

Texas-based Bucc’es recently submitted initial plans for review by the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, according to online records.

A company spokesperson declined to comment Friday.

The vacant land listed on the application borders the Speedway and is owned by the Kansas International Speedway Corporation, according to Wyandotte County property records. It’s about 57 acres and had an assessed value this year of $1.9 million.

Known for building large travel hubs, Bucc’es is a pit stop that becomes a destination for some. The chain opened its first store in Missouri last year to a warm reception from fans.

The 53,000-square-foot center in Springfield has 120 gas pumps, a barbecue pit, a jerky bar and a candy store, among other things.

Buc-ee’s isn’t the only major gas station making waves in the Kansas City metro.

St.-Louis-based Wally’s, which also has a reputation for great convenience stores, opened its first local destination last year. Your Independence store is the rival company room.

The Star’s David Hudnall, Ilana Arougheti and Nathan Pilling contributed to this report.