Bullitt and Hardin Counties: I-65 Roadway Rehabilitation - CID: 231322

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​​Purpose​​
The project on Interstate 65 North and South in Bullitt and Hardin Counties from mile marker 104.7 to mile marker 110.7 will consist of the full removal of the concrete pavement and the replacement of asphalt pavement. Other Rolling Fork River corridor improvements include bridge repair, subgrade repairs, and guardrail repair/installation.
This project will extend the life of the interstate and improve driver comfort on the roadway. 
The last rehabilitation project on this stretch was completed at the end of 2015 after 2-years. That project consisted of concrete rehabilitation of the patching of the concrete – whereas this project consists of the full removal of the existing concrete pavement with the replacement of asphalt pavement. 
Project ScopeInterstate 65 North and South between mile marker 104.7 and mile marker 110.7 
Type of ProjectRoadway Rehabilitation / Bridge Repair 
LinksProject Press Release​

Overweight-Over Dimensional Load Information for Carriers
Project Timeline

Construction of the northbound side is set to be completed in Fall 2023. 

The project's completion date is anticipated for Fall 2024. 

Phase 1A (June 2023)

In order to maintain traffic flow during the duration of the project, the southbound work between mile marker 104.7 and mile marker 110.7 began on Monday, June 19. This work included pavement repairs, milling of the existing shoulder rumble strips, and the installation of blister lanes. The blister lanes (temporary emergency lanes) will serve as emergency pull-offs for motorists, as no shoulder will be present during the project. 

Traffic has been reduced to 2 lanes through the work zone in each direction. 


Northbound Phase 1B (Begins Sunday, June 25) 

A barrier wall is to be installed southbound in advance of switching northbound traffic to the southbound lanes, which is anticipated to occur on Friday, July 7. 

Southbound will be utilizing the slow lane and outside shoulder.

Nightly lane closures from 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. will reduce I-65 southbound to one-lane. 

Northbound Phase 1C (Begins Early July)

Shift two lanes of northbound traffic to the southbound inside lane & shoulder.

Closure of KY 61 North Ramp *press release will be issued*


Southbound Phase 2 (TBD) 

A barrier wall is to be installed southbound in advance of switching northbound traffic to the southbound lanes, which is anticipated to occur on Friday, July 7. 

Southbound will be utilizing the slow lane and outside shoulder.

Closure of KY 61 South Ramp *press release will be issued*

Nightly lane closures of interstate and interchanges allowed​ from 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. will reduce I-65 southbound to one lane. 

Shift two lanes of northbound traffic to the southbound inside lane & shoulder.


Southbound Phase 2 (TBD) 
Final Roadway treatments (such as markings, etc.)


Contractor: Scotty’s Contracting and Stone, LLC. of Bowling Green, KY, was awarded the $64,543,014.63 contract.​​

Work Zone Impacts


Queue warning systems and signage have been installed along the route before the construction zone to notify motorists of slowed traffic.
Motorists should expect changing traffic patterns, lane shifts, and closures as construction progresses. It is advised to seek an alternate route if possible. 
Downloading the Waze app is beneficial in seeing current travel times as well as closures. ​
​Please use caution when traveling through the work zone and adhere to any restrictions. 
Project ManagerBullitt County Section Office
Phone: 502.955.5436


  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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​Page Last Updated: 06-30​​-2023

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