| | Lane Reduction on U.S. 31E in Jefferson County
Right lane closed for bridge repair LOUISVILLE, KY (Feb. 25, 2021) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a lane reduction on U.S. 31E (Buechel Bypass) in Jefferson County. The right lane of the roadway is closed over the Norfolk Southern Railroad (mile marker 10.4) after KYTC bridge engineers observed deterioration on one of the pier caps of the bridge during a recent routine inspection. The lane closure will restrict loads from the affected side of the bridge and will reduce the chance of further wear on the structure. KYTC staff are evaluating repair options for this location. The lane closure will remain in place until restoration work can be performed. This bridge carries an average of 29,000 vehicles per day.
| Jefferson | 3/15/2021 | | 1077 | Lane Reduction on U.S. 31E in Jefferson County | |
| | Pavement Work Scheduled on I-264 East in Jefferson County Starting This Week
Work part of on-going project LOUISVILLE, KY (March 8, 2021) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of pavement work scheduled to begin on Interstate 264 (Shawnee Expressway) in western Jefferson County this week. KYTC Contractors will be performing diamond grinding work starting tomorrow, March 9. Diamond grinding provides a smoother riding surface for drivers. Crews will be working between mile marker 0 (I-64) and mile marker 8 (Dixie Highway). During the work, nightly lane closures are possible between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. the following morning. Lane closures will continue until grinding work is complete. This work is part of an on-going pavement project that began in 2020. The project is scheduled to be completed by fall 2021.
| Jefferson County | 3/12/2021 | 4/12/2021 | 1076 | Pavement Work Scheduled on I-264 East in Jefferson County Starting This Week | |
| | Blue Lick Road Widening Project Scheduled to Begin in Jefferson County
Project expected to begin next week LOUISVILLE, KY (March 12, 2021) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of the beginning of a project to widen a portion of Blue Lick Road (KY 1450) in Jefferson County. Work is scheduled to start during the week of March 15. As part of the project, the road will be widened from Gene Snyder North (mile marker 1.9) to Preston Highway (mile marker 3.5). The new configuration will have one lane of traffic in each direction with a continuous center turning lane. New sidewalks and drainage will also be added as part of the project.
"This much-anticipated project will bring added safety and reduced congestion to this corridor," said Chief District Engineer Matt Bullock. "By adding a continuous center turn lane, eliminating the deep roadside ditches, and constructing sidewalks, this project will allow for safer travels for both drivers and pedestrians." Intermittent lane closures are possible throughout the project. Louisville Paving & Construction was awarded the contract in December 2020 in the amount of $10,980,000. The project is scheduled to be complete in the spring of 2023.
| Jefferson County | 3/12/2021 | 4/12/2021 | 1075 | Blue Lick Road Widening Project Scheduled to Begin in Jefferson County | |
| | District 5 High Water Road ClosuresDrivers should find an alternate route
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (March 7, 2021) –The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of several temporary roadway closures due to flooding. The following roadways are currently closed:
Franklin County: KY 420 (Old Lawrenceburg Road) closed from mile marker 3.2 (near the capitol building parking garage) to mile marker 2.1 (KY 676). KY 898 (Shadrick Ferry Road) closed from mile marker 1 to mile marker 2. KY 1211 (Taylor Avenue) closed from mile marker 0.6 (Benson Valley Road) to mile marker 0.2 (Devils Hollow Road). KY 1263 (Big Eddy Road) closed from mile marker 3.4 (KY 676) to mile marker 1.9 (Travis Circle). KY 1659 (Glenns Creek Road) closed from mile marker 0 (Franklin/Woodford line) to mile marker 1. Additional closure at mile marker 1.8 (near Harrod Carter Concrete). Henry County: KY 389 (Harpers Ferry Road) closed from mile marker 4.4 (Lockport-Fallis Road) to mile marker 7.9 (near intersection with KY 22).
KY 389 (River Road) between KY 193 (mile marker 19) & Gullion Branch Road (mile marker 22).
KY 1360 (Franklinton Road) closed from mile marker 5.1 (Penny Winkle Road) to mile marker 6.8 (KY 202).
Drivers should find and alternate route and should never attempt to drive through high water.
| | 3/2/2021 | 3/10/2021 | 1074 | District 5 High Water Road Closures | |
| | Bridge Closed on KY 636 in Shelby County
Structure closed until further notice LOUISVILLE, KY (Feb. 24, 2021) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of the full closure of the bridge on KY 636 (Back Creek Road) over Little Beech Creek (mile marker 1.1) in Shelby County. The bridge was closed to traffic this afternoon after concrete deterioration was found on the deck. KYTC engineers will perform additional inspections and material testing on the structure. Motorists can take the following detour: - KY 44 (Mt. Eden Road) to KY 714 (Hempridge Road) to U.S. 60 (Shelbyville Road) to KY 395 (Waddy Road).
The bridge was constructed in 1951, and an average of 256 cars cross it daily. The structure will remain closed until further notice.
| Shelby County | 2/26/2021 | 8/1/2021 | 1073 | Bridge Closed on KY 636 in Shelby County | |
| | Ramp Closure on I-264 East in Jefferson County Jan. 22
Ramp will be closed for guardrail replacement LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 20, 2021) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a ramp closure for guardrail replacement scheduled on I-264 East (Watterson Expressway) in Jefferson County. The ramp from I-264 East to I-71 North will be closed between 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 22. Motorists can detour the area by taking:
- I-264 East to I-71 South to Zorn Avenue to connect to I-71 North
Signs in the area will notify motorists of the work.
The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Visit goky.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. You can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5 and twitter.com/KYTCDistrict5.
| Jefferson County | 1/21/2021 | 1/23/2021 | 1072 | Ramp Closure on I-264 East in Jefferson County Jan. 22 | |
| | Bridge Replacement Taking Place on South Watterson Trail in Jefferson County
Bridge will be closed for 60 days during project LOUISVILLE, KY (Jan. 7, 2021) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of work to replace the bridge on South Watterson Trail over Fern Creek (mile marker 0.6) in Jefferson County. The structure is closed and will remain shut down to traffic for 60 days as work on the project is complete. The project was scheduled to begin in the fall but was postponed due to contractor delays. Motorists can detour the area via KY 1747 (South Hurstbourne Parkway) and U.S. 31 E (Bardstown Road).
This bridge replacement is part of a multi-project contract awarded to Louisville Paving and Construction. The cost of the replacement is $673,991. This project is part of KYTC's Bridging Kentucky Program, which is a commitment to improving the safety and soundness of the Commonwealth's bridges by rehabilitating, repairing, or replacing critical bridges throughout the state. The program is designed to open closed structures, improve bridge lifespans, ensure appropriate weight capacities are met and improve access and mobility for all Kentuckians.
| Jefferson County | 1/7/2021 | 3/11/2021 | 1071 | Bridge Replacement Taking Place on South Watterson Trail in Jefferson County | |
| | East End Tunnels Inspection in Jefferson County Starting October 11
Nighttime closures will take place LOUISVILLE, KY (Oct. 5, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a routine inspection of the East End Tunnels scheduled to take place next week. Nighttime closures of a portion of KY 841 (Gene Snyder Freeway) in Jefferson County will be necessary as engineers perform an in-depth inspection of various components of the tunnels The inspection of the East End Tunnels is scheduled for the week of October 11. KY 841 North is scheduled to be closed at U.S. 42 in Kentucky overnight on Sunday, October 11 and Monday, October 12. Indiana State Road 265 South is scheduled to be closed at the Old Salem Road interchange overnight on Tuesday, October 13, and Wednesday, October 14, for inspection of the southbound tunnel. The tunnel closures will take place each evening from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. the following morning. Kentucky traffic impacted by the northbound tunnel closure will be advised to use I-71 South to I-65 North to cross the Ohio River into Indiana. Indiana traffic impacted by the southbound tunnel closure will be advised to use I-65 South to cross the Ohio River into Kentucky. Local access will be provided. Engineers from KYTC, and consultant firm HDR will be participating in the assessment. Signs in both Kentucky and Indiana will notify drivers of the closures. The tunnels were opened to traffic in 2016.
| Jefferson County | 10/9/2020 | 10/14/2020 | 1070 | East End Tunnels Inspection in Jefferson County Starting October 11 | |
| | KY 53 Widening Project Scheduled to Begin in Shelby County
Work set to start next week LOUISVILLE, KY (Sept. 10, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of the beginning of a project to widen a portion of KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) in Shelby County. Work is scheduled to start during the week of September 14. As part of the project, the road will be widened from St. Regis Drive (mile marker 6.4) to U.S. 60 (mile marker 8). The new configuration will have two lanes of traffic in each direction with turning lanes and a raised median.
In addition, a shared-use path will be added to the eastbound side of the project. Secondary access roads will also be created for easier accessibility to local neighborhoods and businesses.
"We are pleased to begin work on this much-anticipated project," said Chief District Engineer Matt Bullock. "The widening of KY 53 will support the continued growth of Shelbyville and Shelby County. This project will not only reduce congestion and improve safety, but it will also provide drivers with a smoother ride on this vital corridor." Work will take place on the northbound side of the project first. Two lanes of traffic will remain open to motorists during the duration of the widening. Louisville Paving & Construction was awarded the contract in August in the amount of $14,264,000. The project is scheduled to be complete in the fall of 2022.
| Shelby County | 9/10/2020 | 12/31/2020 | 1069 | KY 53 Widening Project Scheduled to Begin in Shelby County | |
| | On-site Repair Work of I-265 West Ramp Beginning Next Week in Jefferson County Manufacturing of customized bearings now complete LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Sept. 9, 2020) -The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises the public of on-site repair work scheduled to begin next week on the ramp from KY 61 (Preston Highway) to I-265 West (Gene Snyder Freeway) in Jefferson County. Contract crews will mobilize on-site beginning the week of September 14.
The repair work is being performed as part of a master agreement with Jave LLC of Lexington. New customized bearings for the bridge have been fabricated in off-site facilities and will be delivered to the site. On-site work is scheduled to be completed by mid-October.
The ramp was closed in May after advanced pier deterioration was found during a routine inspection. Motorists should continue to take the following detour:
KY 61 North (Preston Highway) to I-265 East to Smyrna Road (Exit 14) to reconnect with I-265 West
| Jefferson County | 9/10/2020 | 10/31/2020 | 1068 | On-site Repair Work of I-265 West Ramp Beginning Next Week in Jefferson County | |
| | Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled on I-264 East in Jefferson County Next Week
Lane closures necessary for sign work LOUISVILLE, KY (Sept. 4, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of overnight lane closures on I-264 East in Jefferson County next week. Crews will be performing sign work each night from Tuesday, September 8 through Thursday, September 10. The following lane closures are scheduled:
- Intermittent lane closures on Tuesday, September 8 at mile marker 17.5 (Breckinridge Lane). Closures will take place in the exit lanes to Breckinridge Lane; the exit ramp will remain open during the duration of the work.
- Closure of the three right lanes on Wednesday, September 9 at mile marker 18.3 (just past Breckinridge Lane interchange).
- Closure of the left three lanes on Thursday, September 10 at mile marker 18.3 (just past Breckinridge Lane interchange).
All work is scheduled to take place between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Signs in the area will notify drivers of the work.
| Jefferson County | 9/4/2020 | 9/11/2020 | 1067 | Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled on I-264 East in Jefferson County Next Week | |
| | Temporary Closure of I-64 West On-Ramp in Jefferson County
Ramp part of improvement project LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Sept. 3, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a temporary ramp closure in Jefferson County. The ramp from 9th Street to I-64 West is closed as contractors address issues with a barrier wall. Motorists can follow the signed detour:
- 9th Street to West Jefferson Street to North 21st Street to I-64 West
This work is part of a ramp improvement project that will impact multiple ramps in Jefferson County. The on-ramp from 9th Street to I-64 East will also be closed as part of the work beginning this weekend.
| Jefferson County | 9/4/2020 | 9/11/2020 | 1066 | Temporary Closure of I-64 West On-Ramp in Jefferson County | |
| |
Interstate Ramp Closure in Jefferson County This Weekend
Guardrail repair work scheduled LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Aug. 28, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a ramp closure in Jefferson County this weekend for guardrail repair work. The ramp from I-64 West to I-265 South (Exit 19A) will be closed from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Sunday, August 30. Motorists can detour the area by taking I-64 West to Exit 17 (Blakenbaker Parkway) to I-64 East to connect to I-265 South.
| Jefferson County | 8/28/2020 | 8/31/2020 | 1065 | Interstate Ramp Closure in Jefferson County This Weekend | |
| | Ramp Improvement Project Scheduled to Begin in Jefferson County This Weekend
Ramp and lane closures to take place LOUISVILLE, KY (Aug. 26, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a ramp improvement project in Jefferson County starting this weekend. Concrete slab replacement and drainage upgrades will take place on multiple ramps.
As the project begins, the ramp to I-64 East from 9th Street and Market Street will be fully closed beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, August 28. Work on this ramp is scheduled to be completed by the end of September. Drivers can detour the area by taking 9th Street to the on-ramp at the intersection of 9th Street and Main Street. Variable message boards in the area will notify drivers of the closure. As part of the project, other weekend and overnight ramp closures are also possible intermittently at the following locations:
- I-64 West to Market Street
- 9th Street to I-64 West
- Main Street/9th Street to I-64
- I-64 East to Market Street
The project will also include various lane closures as needed. Work is not permitted during the Kentucky Derby, Labor Day, or the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. The contract for this project was awarded to E & B Paving LLC in July in the amount of $4,595,950.67. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year.
| Jefferson County | 8/26/2020 | 12/31/2020 | 1064 | Ramp Improvement Project Scheduled to Begin in Jefferson County This Weekend | |
| | I-64 West On-Ramp Closure in Jefferson County This Weekend
Additional ramp closed as part of improvement project LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Aug. 28, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of an additional ramp closure in Jefferson County this weekend. The ramp from 9th Street to I-64 West will be closed from 12 p.m. Saturday, August 29 to 5 a.m. Sunday, August 30. Motorists can follow the signed detour:
- 9th Street to West Jefferson Street to North 21st Street to I-64 West
This work is part of a ramp improvement project that will impact multiple ramps in Jefferson County. The on-ramp from 9th Street to I-64 East will also be closed as part of the work beginning this weekend.
| Jefferson | 8/28/2020 | 8/31/2020 | 1063 | I-64 West On-Ramp Closure in Jefferson County This Weekend | |
| | Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled on I-71 North in Jefferson County Next Week
Sign work taking place starting August 24 LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Aug. 21, 2020) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of overnight lane closures scheduled on I-71 North in Jefferson County next week. Sign work will take place at mile marker 4.6 (just before interchange with I-264). Lane closures will take place on an alternating schedule. Shoulder closures and a rolling roadblock will also take place during the work. Crews are scheduled to work from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. each night from Monday, August 24 through Wednesday, August 26. Signs in the area will notify drivers of the work.
| Jefferson County | 8/21/2020 | 8/27/2020 | 1062 | Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled on I-71 North in Jefferson County Next Week | |
| | Road Repair Work Scheduled a Portion of KY 1494 in Bullitt County This Week
Portion of the road closed daily beginning August 11 LOUISVILLE, KY (Aug. 10, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of road repair work scheduled on a portion of KY 1494 (Beech Grove Road) in Bullitt County this week. Work is necessary repair the embankment of the roadway. The road will be closed between mile marker 1 and mile marker 2 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each weekday beginning on Tuesday, August 11. Work is scheduled to be completed by the end of the week. Drivers should find an alternate route.
| Jefferson County | 8/11/2020 | 8/15/2020 | 1061 | Road Repair Work Scheduled a Portion of KY 1494 in Bullitt County This Week | |
| | Daytime Lane Closures Scheduled for Sign Work on I-64 East in Jefferson County
Work scheduled next week LOUISVILLE, KY (Aug. 14, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of daytime lane closures scheduled on I-64 East in Jefferson County next week. Crews will be performing sign work near mile marker 10.8 (near the Cannons Lane interchange) from Tuesday, August 18 through Friday, August 21. During the work, the right lane and shoulder will be closed each day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. As part of the work, a temporary stop sign will be added to the end of the on-ramp from Cannons Lane to I-64 East. Signs will notify drivers in advance.
| Jefferson County | 8/14/2020 | 8/21/2020 | 1060 | Daytime Lane Closures Scheduled for Sign Work on I-64 East in Jefferson County Next Week | |
| | Temporary closure of the 'Singing Bridge' in Frankfort on August 13
Bridge to be closed for annual inspection LOUISVILLE, KY (Aug. 7, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of the temporary closure of the 'Singing Bridge' in downtown Frankfort next week. KYTC engineers will be completing the annual inspection of the structure, which was built in 1894. The 'Singing Bridge', which carries US 60X across the Kentucky River, will be closed to vehicular traffic on Thursday, August 13 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Motorists must utilize the Capital Avenue Bridge to cross the river. The sidewalks on the 'Singing Bridge' will remain open to pedestrians.
| Franklin County | 8/7/2020 | 8/14/2020 | 1059 | Temporary closure of the 'Singing Bridge' in Frankfort on August 13 | |
| | Lane Closures Scheduled on I-65 in Jefferson County for Inspection of the Kennedy Bridge
Routine inspection scheduled to begin August 10 LOUISVILLE, KY (Aug. 6, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of lane closures scheduled to begin next week on Interstate 65 in Jefferson County. Inspectors from a consultant engineering firm will be performing a biennial inspection of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge, which carries I-65 South over the Ohio River.
The arms-length inspection is scheduled to take place each weekday from Monday, August 10 through Wednesday, August 19. Single lane closures on the bridge will take place during the inspection. No lane closures will take place during the weekend. The Kennedy Bridge was fully opened to traffic in 1964. The deck was replaced in 2016 as part of the Ohio River Bridges Project, where it re-opened to six lanes of southbound traffic.
| Jefferson County | 8/6/2020 | 8/20/2020 | 1058 | Lane Closures Scheduled on I-65 in Jefferson County for Inspection of the Kennedy Bridge | |
| | Interstate Ramp Improvements in Jefferson County to Begin August 14
Ramps will be closed for striping work LOUISVILLE, KY (August 6, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of ramp improvements taking place in downtown Louisville next week. Multiple interstate ramps will be closed from 9 p.m. Friday, August 14 until 5 a.m. Monday, August 17. Ramps to be closed include: - I-64 West to I-65 South
- I-64 West to I-65 North
- I-71 South to I-65 North
- Story Ave to I-65 North & South
- Story Ave to I-64 West
Closure of the ramps is necessary to perform signing & pavement marking modifications in the area locally known as "Spaghetti Junction." These modifications are to better align with traffic volumes and will remove an undesired merge from I-71 South to I-65 North, which should allow traffic to flow more efficiently. While the ramps are closed, overhead signs will be installed to supplement the revised markings. All of the existing striping on the closed ramps will also be updated and refreshed.
Following the opening of the ramps, I-64 West traffic accessing I-65 is advised to take note of the new overhead panel signs and lane markings to ensure they are in the correct lane for I-65 North and South. Following the modifications, the left lane will become an exit only to I-65 South (Nashville), and the right lane will become a single lane accessing I-65 North (Indianapolis).
During the ramp closures, signed detours will be in place at I-264 for both I-71 South and I-64 West, directing drivers to connect with I-65 near the airport via I-264 West. Story Ave traffic can follow the signed detour to Main Street and then Preston Street for I-65 North & I-64 West or First Street for I-65 South. Drivers are encouraged to follow the message boards and signed detour, or seek an alternate route. Motorists should anticipate slowed or stopped traffic and possible delays in the area of the closures and detour routes.
| Jefferson County | 8/6/2020 | 8/18/2020 | 1057 | Interstate Ramp Improvements in Jefferson County to Begin August 14 | |
| | Crash Cushion Replacement on I-65 North in Jefferson County August 5
Lane closures possible during work LOUISVILLE, KY (Aug. 4, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of crash cushion replacement work taking place on Interstate 65 North in Jefferson County tomorrow. Crews will be working in the gore area near mile marker 136.5 (just south of the Abraham Lincoln Bridge) on Wednesday, August 5, from 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Lane closures are possible during the work. Motorists should use caution while traveling through the work zone.
| Jefferson County | 8/4/2020 | 8/6/2020 | 1056 | Crash Cushion Replacement on I-65 North in Jefferson County August 5 | |
| | Ramp Closure Scheduled for Concrete Slab Replacement on I-264 East in Jefferson County
Work to take place this weekend LOUISVILLE, Ky. (July 24, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a ramp closure this weekend for concrete slab replacement in Jefferson County. The off-ramp from Interstate 264 East (Watterson Expressway) to southbound U.S. 31 W (Exit 8A) will be closed beginning at 7 p.m. tonight, Friday, July 24. Work is scheduled to complete by 6 a.m. on Monday, July 27.
Motorists can take the following detour to connect to southbound U.S. 31 W:
Continue on I-264 East to exit 9 (Taylor Blvd/KY 1865). Make a left onto KY 1865 to take the westbound I-264 ramp. Take exit 8A for southbound U.S. 31 W (Dixie Hwy).
| Jefferson County | 7/24/2020 | 7/27/2020 | 1055 | Ramp Closure Scheduled for Concrete Slab Replacement on I-264 East in Jefferson County | |
| | Daytime Lane Closures Scheduled in Jefferson County Next Week
Vegetation trimming work to take place on two interstate routes LOUISVILLE, KY (July 17, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of lane closures scheduled in Jefferson County next week. Maintenance crews will be trimming overgrown vegetation on two interstate routes. The following lane closures are scheduled:
- Closure of the right lane of I-71 North from mile marker 2 (near Zorn Ave) to mile marker 4 (near I-264 interchange) on Monday, July 20.
- Closure of the left lane of the exit ramp from I-265 North to Shelbyville Road (U.S. 60/Exit 27) on Tuesday, July 21.
All work is scheduled to be complete between 9 a.m., and 2 p.m. Drivers should use caution while traveling through the work zones.
| Jefferson County | 7/17/2020 | 7/22/2020 | 1054 | Daytime Lane Closures Scheduled in Jefferson County Next Week | |
| | Portion of KY 389 Closed in Henry County Next Week
Cross drain replacement work scheduled on July 21 LOUISVILLE, KY (July 17, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a temporary total closure next week on KY 389 (River Road) in Henry County. KYTC maintenance crews will be performing cross drain replacement work on Tuesday, July 21. The road will be closed from mile marker 19.8 (intersection with KY 193) and mile marker 21.7 (Carroll County line) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Motorists can detour the area by taking KY 1361 (Vance Road) to KY 193 (Port Royal Road). Signs in the area will notify drivers of the closure.
| Henry County | 7/17/2020 | 7/22/2020 | 1053 | Portion of KY 389 Closed in Henry County Next Week | |
| | Lane closures on East-West Connector in Franklin County July 16
Lane closures necessary for routine bridge inspection LOUISVILLE, KY (July 14, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of lane closures on KY 676 (East-West Connector) in Franklin County this week. KYTC bridge engineers will be performing a biennial inspection of the U.S. 60 (Versailles Road) bridge over the East-West Connector. Lane closures are scheduled for Thursday, July 16 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. One lane will be closed at a time on KY 676 approaching the bridge (mile marker 5.2). Lane closures will begin in the eastbound direction and then switch to the westbound direction. Signs in the area will notify drivers.
| Franklin County | 7/14/2020 | 7/17/2020 | 1052 | Lane closures on East-West Connector in Franklin County July 16 | |
| | Slide Repair Work Continuing on a Portion of KY 1526 in Bullitt County
Work continuing into next week LOUISVILLE, KY (July 23, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of an extension of slide repair work on a portion of KY 1526 (Brooks Hill Road) in Bullitt County. Work began in the area earlier this week. Additional days are needed for slope stabilization work. The road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. each weekday between Mt. Elmira Road (mile marker 7.4) and Wicker Lane (mile marker 8.3). Work was originally scheduled to be finished on Friday, July 24, and is now set to be completed by the middle of next week. Portable message boards are in the area to notify drivers of the work. Drivers should find an alternate route.
| Bullitt County | 7/13/2020 | 7/29/2020 | 1051 | Slide Repair Work Continuing on KY 1526 in Bullitt County | |
| | Lane Closures Scheduled on KY 841 South in Jefferson County July 15
Crews will restripe a portion of the roadway LOUISVILLE, Ky. (July 13, 2020) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of lane closures scheduled on KY 841 South (Gene Snyder Freeway) in Jefferson County this week. Crews will be performing striping work on a portion of the road on Wednesday, July 15. The two right lanes of KY 841 South between mile marker 36.9 (U.S. 42) and mile marker 34.8 (I-71) will be closed from approximately 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crews will restripe a portion of the far-right lane to change it to an exit-only lane to I-71 South (Exit 35 B). New overhead signs are already in place. All entrance and exit ramps will remain open during the striping. Overhead message boards will notify drivers of the work.
| Jefferson County | 7/13/2020 | 7/16/2020 | 1050 | Lane Closures Scheduled on KY 841 South in Jefferson County July 15 | |
| | Daytime Lane closures on East-West Connector in Franklin County Beginning July 20
Single lane closures during two-week routine bridge inspection LOUISVILLE, KY (July 13, 2020)–The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises motorists of daytime lane closures beginning next week on KY 676 (East-West Connector) in Franklin County. Inspectors from a consultant engineering firm will be performing a routine inspection of the bridge over the Kentucky River (mile marker 1.6) beginning on Monday, July 20. Single lane closures are possible from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Inspectors will begin on the eastbound side of the bridge and then switch to the westbound side. Short delays are also possible on KY 1263 when equipment needed for the inspection is loaded and unloaded as well as when inspection underneath the bridge takes place. The inspection is scheduled to be complete by July 31.
| Franklin County | 7/13/2020 | 7/31/2020 | 1049 | Daytime Lane closures on East-West Connector in Franklin County Beginning July 20 | |
| | Contract Awarded for Repair Work of I-265 West Ramp in Jefferson County Exit from KY 61 closed until repairs are made LOUISVILLE, Ky. (June 10, 2020) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 5 Office advises the public of the awarding of a contract for repair work on the ramp from KY 61 (Preston Highway) to I-265 West (Gene Snyder Freeway) in Jefferson County. The ramp was closed last month after advanced pier deterioration was found during a routine inspection. The repair work will be performed as part of a new master agreement with Jave LLC of Lexington.
Jave LLC will design the temporary support system and perform the pier repair, as well as coordinate the manufacturing of the bearing replacement needed for the work. New customized bearings for the bridge must be fabricated in off-site facilities, however manufacturing may be prolonged due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After materials are completed and delivered, on-site work will begin. It is anticipated that on-site work should begin in 10-12 weeks. It is estimated that all repairs should be complete by Early October 2020. Motorists in the area of the bridge may see workers on site intermittently prior to on-site work beginning.
Drivers can continue to take the following detour: KY 61 North (Preston Highway) to I-265 East to Smyrna Road (Exit 14) to reconnect with I-265 West
The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Visit goky.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. You can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5 and twitter.com/KYTCDistrict5.
| Jefferson County | 6/10/2020 | 9/9/2020 | 1048 | Contract Awarded for Repair Work of I-265 West Ramp in Jefferson County | |
