U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road) Planning Study for Jefferson County - 5-80261

Purpose	The purpose of Item No. 80261.00, the U.S. 31E (Bardstown Road) Planning Study, is to determine needs and evaluate concepts to improve safety, reduce congestion, and improve multi-modal transportation options along U.S. 31E from the Bullitt County Line to KY 1065 (Beulah Church Road/Seatonville Road), including the I-265 (Gene Snyder Freeway) interchange.
Project Scope	This study includes a full analysis of existing conditions along the corridor that will be used to develop practical solutions and improvement concepts to improve safety, reduce congestion, and improve multi-modal transportation options and U.S. 31E. The study will focus on short-term and long-term improvements that KYTC can use for further project development and implementation. The consultant will develop draft goals and objectives for any feasible project(s) chosen for further development following both KYTC and FHWA guidance. This work will clearly identify project issues, goals and needs along the corridor. Study Area:
Type of Project	Planning Study
Links	StoryMap Survey (Deadline: Sunday, Dec. 1)
Public Input	An initial public meeting for the U.S. 31E Planning Study was held on June 25, 2024, to engage the community and gather feedback regarding the study. The project team and KYTC accepted and considered feedback/suggestions from attendees and developed a series of improvement concepts, which were shared with the public at a meeting on Nov. 14, 2024. *An online survey is available now through Dec. 1, 2024. Information shared at the Nov. 14 public meeting can also be viewed on the StoryMap.*
Project Timeline
Final Report and Published Findings	The final report is expected to be completed in April 2025.
Project Manager	Larry Chaney Email: Larry.Chaney@ky.gov Phone: 502.764.0857

Central Office Contact

200 Mero St Frankfort, KY
Contact Form
(502) 564-4890
Transportation.ky.gov

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