Jefferson County: I-71 Widening to Six Lanes from Downtown to I-265 - Projects 5-48.10 & 5-557

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Purpose
Reduce traffic congestion and improve safety along this critical corridor
​Project Scope
I-71 Widening from Downtown Louisville to I-265
​Type of Project
Two projects will encompass this widening:

  • Project 5-48.10 is to widen I-71 from Downtown to just north of Zorn Ave
    • This project includes alternatives at Zorn Avenue (Exit 2) to improve traffic operations and safety at the I-71 interchange.

  • Project 5-557.00 is to widen I-71 from Zorn Avenue to I-265. 
    • This project includes a study of the I-71/I-264 interchange (Exit 5) to improve traffic operations and safety and promote the reliability of the regional interstate system.
​Project Timeline
Project 5-48.10 - widen I-71 from Downtown to just north of Zorn Ave
    • The project is currently in the final design phase.
    • The project is planned to advance to construction with advertisement for bids in summer 2025.

  • Project 5-557.00 - widen I-71 from Zorn Avenue to I-265. 
    • The project is currently in the design phase.
    • The project is pending the availability of funding for construction.*​
    • Funding for the design phase has not been provided for the I-71/I-264 interchange (Exit 5).* 
*The above project milestone dates are subject to change due to changes in funding availability within the next Enacted Highway Plan.

​Links

Click here for the interactive website: https://bit.ly/3guJSSF 

This website will provide general information about both projects and details on the developed alternatives/improvement concepts.


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​Project Manager
Pat Matheny
Email: Patrick.Matheny@ky.gov
Phone: 502.764.0835 

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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Page Last Updated:  02-21-2025​


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