KY 44 Improvement Project - 5-150.50

This section of KY 44 is classified as an Urban Minor Arterial with 10'-12' lanes and curb and gutter.  A recent programming study noted 20,200 AADT with 6.8% trucks in 2022.  The forecast traffic from this study for the design year of 2045 is 31,850, with 10.7% trucks.  The intersection of KY 44 and U.S. 31E currently operates at a level of service D in the AM peak and a level of service E in the PM peak. 

As of Summer 2026 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE):

• Final Design is anticipated to begin in Fall 2026.
• The Right-of-Way phase may be funded in fiscal year (FY) 2027. *
• The Utility phase may be funded in FY 2028. *
• The Construction phase may be funded in FY 2029. *

​*The above project milestone dates are subject to change depending on the Cabinet's funding constraints and various other factors.​

Design: James Maynard, P.E.
Email:  james.maynard@ky.gov​
Phone:  (502) 764-0485​​