Road work set to begin Monday at KY 1577, Grand Central Boulevard intersection in Somerset
Motorist urged to use caution; traffic controlled by flaggers
SOMERSET, Ky. (June 13, 2019) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) recently awarded a contract for a highway safety improvement project at the intersection of KY 1577 (Oak Hill Road) and Grand Central Boulevard in Somerset.
The project is scheduled to begin, Monday, June 17. Work will consist of grade and drainage improvements with asphalt resurfacing. Right and left turn lanes on Grand Central Boulevard and a left turn lane from KY 1577 onto Grand Central Boulevard will also be added.
During construction, roadways may be reduced to one lane with traffic controlled by flaggers. Motorist are advised to use caution and expect delays when traveling through the area.
Hinkle Contracting Company, LLC was awarded the contract. Work is expected to be completed by August 1.
The starting date and duration of work may be adjusted for inclement weather or other unforeseeable delays. Motorists can access travel and traffic conditions at http://goky.ky.gov or contribute their own reports at www.waze.com or via the Waze mobile application.
Traffic information for the District 8 counties is also available at www.facebook.com/KYTCDistrict8 or by following us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/KYTCDistrict8.
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