I-64 Interchange and Connector Planning Study for Jefferson/Shelby Counties - 5-80000

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) conducted a planning study to consider the need for a new interchange on I-64 in eastern Jefferson or western Shelby County, between I-265 (Gene Snyder Freeway) in Jefferson County and KY 1848 (Buck Creek Road) in Shelby County.

The project area has experienced considerable growth in recent years and is forecasted to continue growing. The purpose of the planning study was to reduce congestion on the existing roadway network and improve connectivity to Interstate 64.

• Study Map

• Final Report

Summer/Fall 2023:

• Public meetings were held on August 28, 2023, at St. Michael's Catholic School and on August 31, 2023, at Highview Baptist Church - East Campus.
• Handouts containing information about the planning study (Item No. 5-80000), comment sheets, and displays were available at the meeting. Representatives from KYTC and the consultant engineering firm were available to answer questions and receive input. Written and oral comments were accepted during the meeting, and feedback was accepted through September 15, 2023, via an online survey. 

Spring 2024:

• Three potential build concepts were developed based on public input and the online survey from the Fall of 2023. Engineers evaluated a range of solutions by examining benefits, costs, and impacts. A project-specific traffic model was developed for the region, considering expected growth and changing land uses through 2045. 
  
  
• These roadway concepts were presented at two public meetings on April 16, 2024, at Echo Trail Middle School and April 17, 2024, at Christian Academy of Louisville. KYTC representatives and engineering design consultants attended to answer questions from residents and roadway users. Handouts containing information about the project and comment sheets were available at the meetings, and comments were accepted through May 1, 2024. 
  
  

*For more information, meeting materials, and the online survey: connect64.com.