Shelby County: KY 55X and KY 43 Intersection Improvements Project - 05-80004

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Purpose	Enhance safety and improve traffic flow on KY-55X
Project Scope	The intersection of KY-55X and KY-43 currently lacks dedicated turn lanes, resulting in unexpected stop conditions and an increased risk of rear-end collisions.
Type of Project	Intersection Improvements: The project will upgrade the existing traffic signal, add right-turn lanes on all approaches, and provide left-turn lanes for northbound and southbound KY-55X.
Links	KY 55X and KY 43 Intersection Improvements Project- 05-80004.pdf *Some files are large and may take a few minutes to load.
Project Timeline	*As of Winter 2025/2026 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)* The project was let and awarded in September 2025 Construction is scheduled to begin on or after Monday, March 2, 2026 Construction to be completed by Summer of 2026 Traffic impacts will be shared with the public via press releases and District 5's weekly Roadshow report. Sign up for email notifications here.

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