Singing Bridge Replacement Project

Purpose	After months of analysis and structural assessments, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC), in partnership with the City of Frankfort, has started preliminary design for replacing the U.S. 60X ‘Singing Bridge’ over the Kentucky River downtown. This step marks a major milestone in the future of the 132-year-old structure, which has been closed to the public since August due to significant structural deterioration. Over the past eight months, KYTC engineers have coordinated with multiple consultant firms and contractors to evaluate the bridge's condition and explore options. Analysis has confirmed that the safest and only option to maintain downtown Frankfort's river crossing is to remove the existing structure and construct a new bridge in its place.
Project Scope	The U.S. 60X ‘Singing Bridge’ is in downtown Frankfort on Bridge Street. The project involves removing the bridge and constructing a new bridge at the same location to serve modern transportation needs. The new structure will include sidewalks and will support both vehicular and pedestrian access.
Type of Project	Bridge replacement project.
Project Timeline	AS OF APRIL 2025 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE): Current Phase: Preliminary design underway Fall of  2025: First public meeting to share concepts and gather community input.  Late 2025 – 2026: Final design phase begins, including a second public meeting to present final plans and collect additional feedback Construction Phase: To begin following completion of final design (timeline to be determined)
Public Input	Public engagement will begin in the Fall of 2025 with a public meeting to present preliminary design concepts. ​A second public meeting will be held during the final design phase to present completed designs and gather further community input before construction begins.
Project Manager	KYTC | Adam Knuckles, P.E. Email: Adam.Knuckles@ky.gov