Revive the Drive
The Revive the Drive - NKY interstate project repairs have begun!  The 2012 construction season will finish replacing old pavement on I-275 WB in Campbell County and continue the painting project on nearly two dozen bridges in Kenton County.   The biggest project for 2012 and 2013 will be replacing the deteriorated pavement on I-471 in Campbell County.  The total construction costs of the 8 Revive the Drive – NKY Projects is approximately $190 million.  Collectively, the projects will result in markedly improved driving conditions, added safety, and the routine maintenance that is crucial for the interstate infrastructure of Northern Kentucky.
 
Current Projects
  
I-471 SB FROM THE DANIEL CARTER BEARD BRIDGE/OHIO RIVER IN CAMPBELL COUNTY TO US 27 in Highland Heights - REVIVE THE DRIVE – NKY
OHIO IMPACTS

BEGINNING JUNE 21

***OHIO ENTRANCE RAMPS TO I-471 SB CLOSING***

Beginning at 7:00 PM on Friday, June 21st the following ramps will be closing in Ohio, along with I-471 southbound interstate lane reductions, due to work on the I-471 Daniel Carter Beard Bridge. These restrictions and ramp closures are expected to last until early August:

•The westbound Columbia Parkway (US 50) entrance ramp to I-471 southbound will close.

•The East Fifth Street Entrance Ramp in downtown Cincinnati to I-471 southbound will close.

•The two lane I-471 southbound entrance ramp from eastbound Fort Washington Way (US 50) will be reduced to one lane.

•Traffic from I-71 southbound in Ohio will be reduced to one lane approaching the Ohio River Daniel Carter Beard Bridge.


KENTUCKY WORK

•The right lane on KY 8 eastbound under the I-471 Ohio River Bridge will close on or around June 20th, and will remain closed until early August.  This closure is due to work on the bride above the lane.

•This weekend, beginning at 7:00 PM on Friday, June 21st, and extending through Sunday night, crews will be installing traffic control for lane restrictions on I-471 southbound beginning in Ohio on the approach to the Daniel Carter Ohio River Bridge. Traffic may be reduced to a single lane at times during this period. Upon completion of this work, traffic will be in a shifted position and will be  restricted to two lanes from the Ohio River Bridge to just north of Exit 1 (I-275/I-471 Interchange). Both shoulders will be closed throughout this work zone. This traffic pattern will continue until further notice. 

•The I-275 westbound ramp (Exit 74A) to KY 471 southbound and to US 27 in Highland Heights is closed. Traffic is being detoured to continue westbound on I-275 to Exit 77 (KY 9) and back onto I-275 eastbound to Exit 74A. This ramp is expected to be closed until June 24th.

•The right lane on I-275 westbound at the I-275/I-471 Interchange is closed. This closure extends for approximately one-half mile. In addition traffic is in a shifted position with both shoulders closed through this area. This closure will be in place until further notice. Watch for construction traffic entering and leaving the construction area.

•The I-471 southbound entrance ramp from Memorial Parkway (KY 1120) is closed until further notice. Traffic is being detoured onto I-471 northbound to Exit 5 (KY 8) and then back onto I-471 southbound. This closure is expected to be in place through mid July.

•Traffic is currently reduced to two lanes and is in a shifted position with both shoulders closed from Exit 5 (KY 8) to just north of Exit 1 (I-275/I-471 Interchange). This traffic pattern will continue until further notice. The speed limit through this section is 55 MPH.

•At Exit 1 (I-275/I-471 Interchange), traffic in the left lane must exit at exit 1A to I-275 eastbound. Traffic in the right lane may exit at 1B to I-275 westbound or continue through the interchange to US 27 at Highland Heights. Shoulders are also closed in this area. This traffic pattern will continue until further notice. The speed limit through this section is 45 MPH.

•At the intersection of KY 471 and US 27 in Highland Heights, left hand turn movements onto north US 27 are prohibited while traffic is reduced to two lanes for the construction. 

•Traffic maybe furthered reduced to a single lane during nighttime periods throughout the limits of the project.

•Work is being performed along the I-471 SB ramp to I-275 WB. Traffic should use caution in this area and watch for construction vehicles entering and leaving the roadway along this ramp.

•Traffic may encounter flagging operations with short delays on Three Mile Road at the I-275 overpass as part of the work being performed in the area adjacent to Three Mile Road.

•Expect delays until this project is completed later this year.

•Use caution when traveling through the project and watch for slowed or stopped traffic. Watch for construction vehicles entering and leaving traffic throughout the work zone. The speed limit is reduced through the construction zone and will be enforced.
I-275 WB AT THE I-471 INTERCHANGE in Campbell County - REVIVE THE DRIVE – NKY
•The I-275 westbound ramp (Exit 74A) to KY 471 southbound and to US 27 in Highland Heights is closed. Traffic is being detoured to continue westbound on I-275 to Exit 77 (KY 9) and back onto I-275 eastbound to Exit 74A. This ramp is expected to be closed until June 24th.

•The right lane on I-275 westbound at the I-275/I-471 Interchange is closed. This closure extends for approximately one-half mile. In addition traffic is in a shifted position with both shoulders closed thrrough this area. Crews are working along the right shoulder of I-275 WB in this area. Watch for construction vehicles entering and leaving traffic. This closure will be in place until further notice.

•Traffic may encounter flagging operations with short delays on Three Mile Road at the I-275 overpass as part of the work being performed in the area adjacent to Three Mile Road.

Completed Projects 

I-275 Steel Bridge Painting Project in Kenton County, totaling 18 structures - $15.5 million.

I-275 median cable barriers in Boone County, totaling 12.1 miles - $1.3 million.
 
I-275 WB concrete pavement repair project in Boone County.  Sections of pavement were replaced between the Kenton County line/Turfway Road underpass and the airport interchange (Exit 4) - $2.9 million. 
 
I-75 Asphalt Resurfacing in Boone and Kenton Counties between the 166 - 183 mile-markers - $6.2 million.
 
I-275 concrete pavement repair project from US 25 to KY 9  in Kenton County that included the I-275 EB Exit ramp to KY 9 in Wilder to be widened and installing median cable barriers  - $15 million.
 
I-71 NB and SB repair and resurfacing project from the I-71/I-75 interchange to the vicinity of Sparta Exit 57 - $ 35.9 million
 
I-75 NB and SB  concrete pavement and joint repair work on several bridges from Dixie Highway to the Brent Spence Bridge - $14.2 million
 
I-71 Median Barrier Cable in Gallatin County (MP 61 to MP 64) - $291,263
 
I-75 NB Asphalt Resurfacing in Boone County (MP 175 to MP 183) - $3 million
  
Stay Informed!
 
There are several ways to get updated “Revive the Drive – NKY” interstate rehabilitation information:

 

KYTC District 6 project info will be available on http://transportation.ky.gov/revive-the-drive/.

 

“Like” us on the KYTC District 6 Facebook page and get project information at https://www.facebook.com/KYTC.District6.

 

Go to 511.ky.gov website.   You can check this site before you leave to see how the “Revive the Drive – NKY” interstate projects affect your commute.  That way you will know before you go and can plan accordingly.

 

Other Notes
 
Times and locations of construction activity will vary. Disruption of traffic flow is unavoidable. There are no "off hours" when it comes to road construction.
 
Most work will take place on nights and weekends to avoid peak traffic hours, but there will still be lane closures.
 
To avoid interstate construction, motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes. Motorists who must travel the interstates should be prepared for long delays.
 
Local commuters should consider carpooling or public transit. Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) will use its network of park-and-ride lots throughout Northern Kentucky to provide bus service to downtown Cincinnati. One full bus takes 40 cars off the road - a major help during construction periods. To find out more about TANK services go to www.tankbus.org.
 
Riding a bike can be another option. Check out OKI's Northern Kentucky Bicycle Map at http://www.oki.org/pdf/bike/NKYBikeguide.pdf. It's a great resource to help find a suitable routes.
Contact Information Contact Info
Department of Highways, District Six
421 Buttermilk Pike
Covington, KY 41017
Phone: (859) 341-2700
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