I-275 CARROLL CROPPER BRIDGE UPDATES ZONE PAINTING PROJECT On Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, KYTC announced a zone painting project to minimize future traffic interruptions and maintain the condition of a critical crossing ahead of the Brent Spence Corridor project construction.
Zone painting is a necessary maintenance practice for steel bridges to project against corrosion, particularly in vulnerable areas such as floor beams and beneath joints, or where existing paint has deteriorated. The process involves cleaning and repainting only the affected sections to prevent the spread of rust and extend the overall life of the structure.
A temporary speed limit reduction of 55 MPH is currently in place. A queue warning system has also been installed on both sides of the river to warn motorists of any stopped or slowed traffic on/near the bridge.
Due to an additional repair of a concrete floor beam, the completion date for the zone painting project has been pushed back six days, from March 31, 2026 to now April 6, 2026; however, the contractor is anticipating the remainder of the work will continue into May.
KYTC has come to an agreement with the contractor to alleviate congestion during peak travel times. Following the April 6 contract date, the bridge will reopen daily between the hours of 6 a.m. and 8 p.m., with the contractor performing night work. Motorists should expect a single eastbound right lane closure between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Intermittent weekend daytime lane closures may be necessary as part of this work. KYTC will provide updates ahead of any daytime lane closures.
STEEL REPAIR WORK This work is now complete.
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On Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, KYTC implemented weight limits for emergency vehicles and temporary lane restrictions on the I-275 Carroll Cropper Memorial Bridge.
New Emergency Vehicle Weight Limits:
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Single Axle: 16 tons
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Tandem Axle: 23 tons
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Gross Weight: 31 tons
The weight reduction will not impact commercial vehicle traffic due to semi-trucks having more axles to distribute the weight.
Overweight Over-Dimensional vehicles are not permitted on the bridge at this time due to current lane restrictions.
You can find a project timeline, photos and additional project information here.
KY 8 LICKING RIVER BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT
The KY 8 Licking River Bridge between Covington and Newport in Kenton and Campbell counties was closed to all users on Monday, Jan. 12 at 9 a.m. The previous bridge span was demolished using a controlled blast on Monday, March 2, making way for a new signature bridge that will provide a safer crossing for vehicles, pedestrians, bus riders, and bicyclists.
On Thursday, March 5, the Licking River reopened following the contractor's work to remove all portions of the bridge.
A signed detour is in place utilizing the Girl Scout Bridge (KY 1120/MLK Jr. Blvd./11th Street in Newport). An all-stop condition will be in place at Fourth and Garrard Streets in Covington.
Pedestrians and bicyclists have access to a free shuttle service provided by the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK). This shuttle service is operating seven-days-a-week and includes four stops in both Covington and Newport.
Hours of Operation are:
- Weekdays: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Weekends: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The bridge is expected to reopen in Summer 2028. For more information about the bridge replacement project – be sure to check out the project website here. BOONE AND KENTON COUNTIES A resurfacing project on several routes in Boone & Kenton Counties is in progress. This project will also include sidewalk ramp reconstruction in various areas, sidewalk/curb repairs, curb box inlet repairs, radar detection at several intersections and the installation of signal head and other various signage. The following locations will be resurfaced: - COMPLETE: U.S. 42 from east of Ewing Blvd. (14.5 mile point) to Main Street (U.S. 25) (15.28 mile point).
- IN PROGRESS: Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) from north of Dortha Avenue (10.9 mile point) to the Boone/Kenton County line (11.4 mile point).
- IN PROGRESS: Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) from the Boone/Kenton County line (4.97 mile point) to north of Hallam Avenue (6.26 mile point).
- COMPLETE: Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) from north of Marian Drive (8.13 mile point) to Orphanage Road (KY 371) (8.65 mile point).
Weather permitting, beginning Monday, March 9, crews will perform curb box inlet repairs to improve drainage on two portions of Dixie Highway. Daytime single lane closures will be in place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through the end of March. We will provide an update if additional work days are need to complete this portion of the project.
The project also includes a roadway reconfiguration of Dixie Highway from Turfway Road to northeast of Commonwealth Avenue. This portion of the work is currently paused to allow KYTC to reengage with the Cities of Erlanger, Elsmere and Florence. Informational meetings about the roadway reconfiguration will be announced in the coming weeks. Learn more about the reconfiguration here.
CARROLL AND GALLATIN COUNTIES
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I-71 – 52.77 – 57.36 mile points – A widening project aimed at reducing congestion and improving safety on I-71 in Carroll and Gallatin counties is in progress. The project will widen I-71 from its configuration of two lanes in each direction, to three lanes.
Beginning on Sunday, March 29, crews will continue culvert work, which will require single lane closures on I-71 within the project limits, beginning just west of Sparta Pike (KY 35) in Gallatin County and extending north of the Carroll/Gallatin County line into Carroll County. Lane closures will be in place as needed in either direction, and their location will shift throughout the project area as work progresses.
All work will occur during overnight hours of 7 p.m. to 8 a.m.
All ramp work was completed on Monday night, March 30. No additional ramp impacts are expected for this portion of work.
These lane closures are expected to wrap up by 6 a.m. on Friday, April 3.
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Traffic on I-71 southbound has shifted onto newly constructed pavement in the median area while crews reconstruct the original southbound lanes. During this phase, crews are removing the existing pavement and completing shoulder work on I-71 southbound.
This widening project includes a bridge replacement over KY 47. The current bridges will be replaced with a new, single span bridge matching the median widening throughout the project area.
The speed limit in the work zone has been reduced to 55 MPH, and law enforcement will be on-site to ensure compliance. Please, drive carefully throughout the work zone. Weather permitting, the overall project is expected to be completed Nov. 1, 2026. Learn more about the project here.
Petersburg Road (KY 20) – 20.73 mile point – Utility crews are installing new wires that will span Petersburg Road east of Hetzel Drive.
The rolling roadblock portion of this work is now complete. To finish the installation, crews will have a single lane closure in place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with flaggers on each side of the work zone to direct traffic.
Weather permitting, this work is expected to be completed by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 10.
Petersburg Road (KY 20) – 8.15 – 10.87 mile points – A resurfacing project on Petersburg Road from Woolper Road extending easterly to Idlewild Bypass is now complete.
Beaver Road (KY 1292) – 2.40 – 4.93 mile points – A resurfacing project on Beaver Road from the bridge near Sturgeon Road extending easterly to KY 14 is now complete.
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Richardson Road (KY 842) – 0.12 mile point
– The bridge east of Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) on Richardson Road at the 0.12 mile point has a weight limit reduction of three tons.
While the bridge remains safe for vehicular traffic, a recent inspection found some deterioration. KYTC bridge engineering analysis shows the weight limit reduction is needed as a precaution, and to prevent further damage until the bridge can be repaired. KYTC is working with the railroad company to coordinate a repair plan.
We will provide updates once the bridge repair plan has been scheduled. Prohibited vehicles can detour using Industrial Road (KY 1829) or Mt. Zion Road (KY 536).
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Donaldson Highway (KY 236) 0.0 – 1.6 mile points – A widening and safety improvement project on KY 236 (Donaldson Highway) between KY 842 (Houston Road) and KY 3076 (Mineola Pike) is nearing completion. The project will widen the 2-mile stretch of road to five lanes with curb and gutter, including two through-lanes in each direction with a center turn lane. A sidewalk and multiuse path also will be added.
The project has an overall completion date by April 2026. You can find more information on this project
here.
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- Neave Milford Road (KY 539) – 4.728 – 4.756 mile point – A bridge replacement project on Neave Milford Road in Bracken County is scheduled to begin on Monday, April 13.
The project involves removing the existing bridge deck and beams over Willow Creek near Riley Mill Road, then setting new beams and constructing a new deck. The updated structure will improve safety and reliability for motorists in the area.
To accommodate the work, the bridge will be closed to traffic during construction beginning Monday, April 13. A signed detour will be in place to guide motorists around the closure utilizing KY 22, KY 10 and KY 19.
The bridge is expected to reopen to traffic on Monday, Aug. 11. Additional work will continue throughout the project area following the reopening until all project tasks are complete.
Motorists are encouraged to follow posted signage and use caution in the area. Message boards will be placed near the work zone to advise of the upcoming work.
The overall project is expected to be completed by Nov. 1, 2026.
Moock Road (KY 1632) – 0.5 mile point – A temporary road closure is in place on a portion of Moock Road just west of Beverly Drive due to a water main break that occurred on Tuesday, March 31.
Crews are actively working on repairs with paving operations scheduled for Friday morning, April 3, to restore the road surface. The road is expected to reopen Friday evening.
Through traffic will not be permitted. Local traffic will have access to residences within the closure limits. Motorists should use Licking Pike (KY 9) or Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27) to access properties up to the closure point.
Three Mile Road (KY 2238) – 18.5 mile point – A permit project will require a two-week closure of a portion of Three Mile Road for the installation of sanitary sewer. This work will require a full closure of Three Mile Road at the 1.85 mile point, near Gibson Lane. The closure will begin Monday, March 30, at 12 p.m. and remain in place through Monday, April 13. The roadway will be closed to thru traffic, and first responders will not have access through the work zone. Local traffic will be permitted to access homes within the closure limits. Due to the extent of work, the full closure will remain in place 24/7 for the duration of the project. Motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes to avoid delays. Message boards are in place to notify the public of the upcoming work. Weather permitting, this permit project is expected to be completed by Monday, April 13.
E. Alexandria Pike (KY 2925) – 0.4 – 0.6 mile points – Due to a slide, a single lane closure is in place on a portion of E. Alexandria Pike, south of Cabin Creek Drive. KYTC crews have installed temporary traffic signals on each side of the slide. Motorists will use a single lane to get through the slide area. This will be in place until further notice. KYTC is evaluating the repairs needed and will inform the public of a repair plan at a later date.
Grand Avenue (KY 1892) – 1.42 – 2.12 mile points – A roadway rehabilitation project will resume on March 20, 2026. Crews will be replacing the concrete pavement with asphalt on Grand Avenue from east of Pavilion Parkway (2.12 mile point) to southeast of Churchill Drive (1.42 mile point), a distance of 0.7 miles. Additionally, curb box inlets will be repaired and sidewalks will be improved to be in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
On Friday, March 20, at 9 a.m., crews performed a traffic switch on Grand Avenue. Eastbound traffic will be blocked during this phase of construction, and will utilize a single westbound lane for eastbound travel. This traffic configuration is expected to be in place for 6-8 weeks. The eastbound sidewalk will be blocked. TANK riders at the Grand Towers stop will utilize the stop at Churchill and Grand Avenue. Additionally, the I-471 southbound off-ramp to Grand Avenue will be blocked Additional phases for this project will include traffic switches, extended ramp closures and various lane closures in the project area. KYTC will provide future traffic impacts via press release, social media and the KYTC District 6 Roadshow. Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed Aug. 1, 2026.
 NO SIGNIFICANT TRAFFIC IMPACTS/PROJECTS AT THIS TIME.
 - U.S. 127 – 2.7 - 6.0 mile points – A maintenance project on U.S. 127 is now underway. Crews will be performing mowing/trimming operations on U.S. 127 between I-71 and U.S. 42. The work will require a daytime single lane closure between the working hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Flaggers will be on-site to guide traffic safely through the work zone. Weather permitting, this project is expected to be completed Friday, April 10.
 Warsaw Road (KY 467) – 3.8 – 9.0 mile points – A safety improvement project on a portion of Warsaw Road is in progress. Work will take place beginning just west of Sipple Road extending to just east of the Huff Road.
The project includes several upgrades to improve driver safety, such as roadway regrading, signage improvements, guardrail work, tree trimming, cribbing, culvert work and utility relocation.
A single lane closure will be in place from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Flaggers will be on-site to guide traffic through the work zone.
Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by July 31, 2026.
NO SIGNIFICANT TRAFFIC IMPACTS/PROJECTS AT THIS TIME.
I-75 Southbound – 169.2 mile point – Signage replacement for the nearby weigh station is now complete.
I-275 Eastbound – 79.66 – 81 mile point – A KYTC maintenance project is currently underway. Crews are performing pothole patching on the bridge over KY 17.
Beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 20, crews will block a single right lane on I-275 eastbound from east of Turkeyfoot Road (KY 1303) (81 mile point) and west of Pride Parkway (KY 16) (79.66 mile point), a distance of 1.34 miles.
Additionally, the on-ramp from Madison Pike to I-275 eastbound will be blocked. Both lane/ramp closures will be in place through 6 p.m. Once repairs are completed, crews will reopen the lane and ramp. We will advise if additional time is needed.
Crews are also blocking a single right lane on Madison Pike (KY 17) from south of Dudley Road (18.28 mile point) to south of Orphanage Road (KY 371) (18.83 mile point) for the remainder of the project. Additionally, there may be intermittent intersection closures near the exit on/off ramps to Madison Pike.
Crews will return to the same project area on Monday, March 30, and Tuesday, March 31, to continue performing additional pothole repairs on the bridge deck. The same traffic impacts will be in place. Crews are expecting to work between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily.
We're expecting this to be the last round of closures needed to complete these repairs; however, KYTC will advise if additional dates are needed.
Bristow Road/Shaw Road (KY 536) – 2.54 – 4.47 mile points – A widening and safety improvement project on KY 536 from Williamswoods Drive to Madison Pike (KY 17) is in progress.
The project includes the following improvements: -Widening throughout the project area from two lanes of vehicular traffic, to four lanes, to reduce congestion and improve traffic efficiency -A new alignment will be created north of the current KY 536 -A new bridge will be constructed over the existing Independence Road. This portion will tie back into the current KY 536 at mile point 3.9 -A multi-use path will be built on both sides of KY 536 to improve bicycle/pedestrian connectivity -Curb/gutter improvements along with storm sewer and drainage work
Additionally, two roundabouts will be built to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and increase safety. These roundabouts will be located at the following intersections: -The intersection of KY 536 and Williamswoods Drive -On the newly constructed portion of KY 536 west of Independence Road
This work may involve several traffic impacts for equipment moving in and out of the work zone.
The project will require traffic switches, and other new traffic patterns. Prior to these occurring, KYTC will send out an updated press release, as well as a post on social media to inform the public. Message boards will also be in place to warn motorists of any upcoming traffic pattern changes.
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Access to Royal Drive at Buttermilk Pike (KY 371) – 2.65 mile point – On Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, access to Royal Drive at Buttermilk Pike was closed to motorists until further notice for infrastructure construction and repair.
A portion of Royal Drive will be restricted to construction traffic only, and detour signs will be posted to guide motorists. Local traffic should plan to use alternate routes.
For further information about this project, please contact
the City of Fort Mitchell.
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Bristow Road (KY 1303) – 0.0 – 0.92 mile point – A widening and safety improvement project on Bristow Road began in September 2024. Crews will be working on Bristow Road from the KY 536/KY 1303 intersection to the Beechgrove Elementary School.
The project includes the following improvements:
-Widening throughout the project area from two lanes of vehicular traffic, to four lanes to reduce congestion and improve traffic efficiency
-A multi-use path will be built on both sides of Bristow Road to improve bicycle/pedestrian connectivity
-Curb/gutter improvements along with storm sewer and drainage work. This work will greatly improve drainage in an area that has been prone to flooding
Additionally, the project will eventually tie into a new roundabout at the KY 536 and KY 1303 intersection improving traffic flow, reducing congestion and increasing safety.
This work may involve several traffic impacts for equipment moving in and out of the work zone. The project will require traffic switches, and other new traffic patterns. Prior to these occurring, KYTC will send out an updated press release, as well as a post on social media to inform the public. Message boards will also be in place to warn motorists of any upcoming traffic pattern changes.
The project is expected to be completed Late Summer 2026. For more information on this project, visit our KY 536 website
here.
Intersection of Kenton Lands Road (KY 2373) and Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) – Intersection improvements are in progress. Most of the work is complete. Once tempertures are warm enough, crews will return to install permanent thermoplastic striping throughout the intersection. We will provide an update once this final portion of the project is scheduled.
Crews have restriped Kenton Lands Road and the access point to the Kroger development. Striping improvements include dual left turn movements on each side of the intersection. Additionally, split signal phasing has been implemented to allow green time for Kenton Lands Road and the Kroger development separately.
Weather permitting, this project is expected to be completed by the end of April 2026.
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Ernstbridge Road (CR 1021) – A bridge replacement project on Ernstbridge Road (CR 1021) is nearing completion. On Monday, Nov. 14, 2025, traffic was switched to the new bridge. Crews are still on-site completing the demolition of the old structure and various other tasks. Additionally, some asphalt work still remains, which will be completed in Spring 2026. Please continue to drive carefully through the area. The overall project has an expected completion date of Spring 2026.
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Mt. Zion Road/Bristow Road (KY 536) – 0.96
– 2.5 mile points
– A widening and safety improvement project on KY 536 is in progress. Crews will be working on KY 536 from west of the KY 1303 intersection, to west of Williamswoods Drive.
The project includes the following improvements:
-Widening throughout the project area from two lanes of vehicular traffic, to four lanes, to reduce congestion and improve traffic efficiency
-A multi-use path will be built on both sides of KY 536 to improve bicycle/pedestrian connectivity
-Curb/gutter improvements along with storm sewer and drainage work
Additionally, two roundabouts will be built to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and increase safety. These roundabouts will be located at the following intersections:
-KY 536 and KY 1303
-KY 536 and Hogrefe Road
This work may involve several traffic impacts for equipment moving in and out of the work zone.
The project will require traffic switches, and other new traffic patterns. Prior to these occurring, KYTC will send out an updated press release, as well as a post on social media to inform the public. Message boards will also be in place to warn motorists of any upcoming traffic pattern changes.
The project is expected to be completed Spring 2027. Learn more about this project here.
 NO SIGNIFICANT TRAFFIC IMPACTS/PROJECTS AT THIS TIME.
 NO SIGNIFICANT TRAFFIC IMPACTS/PROJECTS AT THIS TIME.
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