Crews have returned to the Carroll Cropper Bridge. Three additional expansion joint repairs have been added to the repair project. Crews will work on these repairs, along with the three final T-1 steel repair locations over the coming weeks. Additionally, the contractor is finalizing a shoring plan for floor beam repair work. More updates on the floor beam repairs will follow.

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On Tuesday, Dec. 17, KYTC implemented weight limits for emergency vehicles and temporary lane restrictions on the I-275 Carroll Cropper Memorial Bridge. While the bridge remains safe for passenger vehicles, a recent inspection found deterioration in some of its steel.

New Emergency Vehicle Weight Limits:

• Single Axle: 16 tons
• Tandem Axle: 23 tons
• Gross Weight: 31 tons
  

The weight reduction will not impact commercia​l 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.

KYTC bridge engineering analysis shows the reduced weight limit and lane restrictions are needed as a precaution, and to prevent further damage until the structure can be repaired. The repairs will be added to a previously scheduled steel repair project that is currently in progress.

CURRENT TRAFFIC IMPACTS:

A traffic shift has been implemented on the eastbound side of the I-275 Carroll Cropper Memorial Bridge over the Ohio River in Boone County.

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.

Here's what you need to know:

Eastbound Traffic Shift (drivers heading from Indiana to Kentucky):

• On Monday, May 5, crews performed a traffic switch. Traffic will ultimately merge to the left lane ahead of the bridge, and then shift over to the right lane near the bridge's main span.

Westbound Traffic (drivers heading from Kentucky to Indiana):

• A single right lane closure is in place on I-275 westbound. This lane closure begins at the top of the hill, and spans the length of the Carroll Cropper Memorial Bridge.​

T-1 Steel Repairs:

• ​The scheduled T-1 steel repairs began on Monday, Jan. 20. ​

Looking Ahead:

• Once floor beam repairs are made, current weight restrictions for emergency vehicles will be lifted.

VARIOUS COUNTIES (BOONE, CAMPBELL, CARROLL, GALLATIN, GRANT AND KENTON):

Starting Thursday, April 17, contractors will install “Wrong Way”, “Do Not Enter”, “One Way”, and “Stop” signs at interchanges and exit ramps in Boone, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant and Kenton counties. The improvements aim to reduce wrong way driving incidents and enhance safety.

The signage installation follows a separate contract that was completed last year (2024) to install wrong way pavement striping at the same locations.

Work will be performed between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily. Lane closures will be in place during work hours. At locations with three or more lanes, one lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained. At locations with two lanes, alternating one-way traffic will be maintained with a flagger on site to direct motorists. Traffic on exit ramps will be maintained at partial-width (10 ft. minimum) lanes.

For a full list of locations/details read our full press release here.​

Monday, Aug. 4 and Tuesday, Aug. 5: The contractor will be removing thermoplastic intersection markings on U.S. 25 and U.S. 27 between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Single lane closures in each direction will be utilized during working hours. One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained at all times. 

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A preventive maintenance project began on Tuesday, June 24, on multiple routes in Kenton and Campbell counties.

The project includes crack sealing, electrical work and application of a thin asphalt overlay known as a thinlay. Thinlays are used as a pavement preservation treatment to restore surface conditions and extend the service life of roads that are still structurally sound.

Crack sealing operations and some electrical work items are complete. The sealed areas will require a 30-day curing period before paving can begin. Pavement work is tentatively scheduled to begin in early Aug.

Locations:

Madison Pike (KY 17), Kenton County — From Moffett Road (KY 2042) at mile point 7.97 to just north of KY 14 at mile point 4.94. 

Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27), Campbell County — From Bluegrass Avenue at mile point 20.49 to Moock Road (KY 1632) at mile point 19.84. 

Dixie Highway (U.S. 25), Kenton County — From Hallam Avenue at mile point 6.26 to Carran Drive at mile point 7.88. 

Prior to paving operations on Dixie Highway, crews will remove the existing Qwick Kurb lane separators from the southbound left turn lanes into Crestview Hills Town Center. The existing Qwick Kurb will be reinstalled following completion of the thinlay.

The project has a completion date of Sept. 30, 2025.

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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.

  A shoulder has been paved to temporarily accommodate traffic during this phase of the construction project. Most of the work is currently taking place in the median behind barrier wall.

  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 is now 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.​
  

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• Burlington Pike (KY 18) – 8.2 mile point – A temporary full road closure on a portion of Burlington Pike (KY 18) will begin on Thursday, Aug. 7. Crews will be installing a cross culvert to improve roadway drainage.
  
  

  This work will take place on Burlington Pike west of Green Acres Lane (8.2 mile point). Crews will close the road on Thursday, Aug. 7 around 8 a.m. This closure will remain in place through Wednesday, Aug. 13.
  
  

  Motorists are advised to find an alternate route. Homeowners living on Green Acres Lane will have access by using Burlington Pike west from downtown Burlington.
  
  

  Weather permitting, this project is expected to be completed by Wednesday, Aug. 13. 

  
  
  
• Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) – 8.8 mile point – Duke Energy is performing utility work on a portion of Dixie Highway. Work is taking place near the Northern Kentucky Water District water tower, between Empire Drive and the intersection of Dixie Highway/Weaver/Richardson Road. 
  
  

  A single lane closure will be in place daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with flaggers on-site to direct traffic through the work zone. 
  
  

  Weather permitting, this permit project is expected to be completed by late September.

  
  
  
• Petersburg Road (KY 20) – 13.8 – 14.6 mile points – A gas main installation project on a portion of Petersburg Road is in progress. 
  
  

  Work is taking place between the intersection of Bullittsville Road/Petersburg Road/Graves Road (mile point 14.6) and Peel Road (mile point 13.8).
  
  

  A single lane closure will be utilized as needed during daytime working hours, with flaggers on site to direct traffic through the work zone.
  
  

  Weather permitting, this permit project is expected to be completed by late August.

  
  
  
• U.S. 42 – 0.36 – 1.35 mile points – A road stabilization project is underway on U.S. 42 in southern Boone County. Crews will be working on U.S. 42 between Baker Road (KY 2850) (0.36 mile point) and Miller Owens Road (1.35 mile point). This work will require various single lane closures during the working hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Motorists should expect delays. 
  
  Weather permitting, this project is expected to be completed Friday, Aug. 8.
  
  

• I-71 – 69.8 – 77.4 mile points – A resurfacing project on I-71 from the Boone/Gallatin County line to the I-71 and I-75 interchange is in progress.  

  
  

  Crews are currently working on completing base failure repairs throughout the project limits. This work will require single lane closures as needed from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Once base failure repairs have been completed, crews will shift to clearing, and then milling/paving operations.
  

  
  

  Traffic switches and lane shifts will occur as work progresses. Barrier wall installation for bridge pier work is also expected. We will provide updates once this work is scheduled.

  Additionally, high friction surface will be added to the I-71 northbound to I-75 northbound ramp to improve traction.

  
  

  No lane closures will be permitted during the L​abor Day and Thanksgiving holiday weekends. The project has an expected completion date of Nov. 30, 2025. Read more about the project here.
  
  
  
• Various Areas on I-71 and I-75 –​ Various evening/overnight traffic impacts will take place beginning Sunday, July 27 as part of a maintenance project. Crews will perform brush clearing and pothole patching to improve sight distance and safety. All work will take place between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. All lanes/ramps will reopen daily by 6 a.m.
  
  Tentative Schedule of Work (weather permitting)
  
  Wednesday, July 30: brush clearing operations on I-75 southbound and northbound from Walton exit (170.5 mile point) to Crittenden exit (166 mile point), a distance of 4.5 miles. This work will require various single lane closures.
  
  Thursday, July 31 & Friday, Aug. 1: brush clearing operations on I-75 northbound from Walton exit (170.5 mile point) to Crittenden exit (​166 mile point), a distance of 4.5 miles. This work will require various single lane closures.​
  
  KYTC will advise if additional nights of work are needed for this project.
  
  

• North Bend Road (KY 237) – 7.8 – 9.3 mile point – Various traffic impacts will be in place on the northbound lanes of a portion of North Bend Road (KY 237) in Hebron for the addition of a turning lane for an apartment complex development.

  The new turning lane is nearing completion. Some additional milling/paving work is needed followed by permanent striping. The shoulder is closed is this area. A single lane closure will used during pavement operations.

  These closures will occur as needed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on North Bend Road, starting at Conner Road and extending to the intersection of Petersburg Road (KY 20) and North Bend Road).
  

  This permit project began last fall and is expected to continue through the end of August.
  
  

• North Bend Road (KY 237) – 9.56 – 9.98 mile points – Various traffic impacts for construction work on North Bend Road in Hebron related to a new commercial development in the area.
  
  Crews are working near First Financial Bank, between Coral Drive and Limaburg Road. The project includes installation of a dedicated turn lane, entrance reconstruction, storm sewer improvements, paving and permanent striping.
  
  
  Lane closures will occur as needed during daytime working hours, with flaggers on-site to direct traffic through the work zone.
  
  
  Weather permitting, this permit project is expected to be completed by late September.
  
  
  

• 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 now 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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• Hopeful Church Road (KY 842) – 2.8 – 5.0 mile points – A gas main installation project on KY 842 from Burlington Pike (KY 18) to U.S. 42 is nearing completion. Milling/paving at the intersections of KY 842 and U.S. 42 and KY 842 and Burlington Pike is expected to take place sometime this summer. Once that work is performed, this project will be complete.
  
  

• 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 in progress. 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.​
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  The project has an overall completion date of October ​2025. You can find more information on this project here. ​
  
  
• Entrance to Cherry Tree Lane from Donaldson Highway (KY 236) – A temporary closure of the entrance to Cherry Tree Lane from Donaldson Highway (KY 236) will begin on Saturday, July 26.
  
  
  This closure will allow crews to perform stabilization work associated with the Donaldson Highway widening project.
  
  
  The Cherry Tree Lane entrance closure will be in place beginning at 7 a.m. on Saturday, July 26. The road will reopen to traffic by 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 1.
  
  
  Access to Cherry Tree Lane will be available from Rodeo Drive and Houston Road.
  
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• Mineola Pike (KY 3076) 0.0 – 0.9 mile points – A widening and improvement project on Mineola Pike is now substantially complete.
  
  Crews will continue to work on punch list items/corrective work as needed over the coming weeks. Be aware when traveling through the area and watch for crews performing these final tasks.
  

• Brooksville Chatham Road (KY 19) – 8.55 – 10.66 mile point – A resurfacing project on Brooksville Chatham Road (KY 19) from KY 10 extending north to the southern end of the Locust Creek bridge is nearing completion.
  
  
  Milling/paving operations are now complete. Permanent striping and rumble strips still remain. Motorists should ​expect a single lane closure (as needed) with flaggers on-site to direct traffic through the work zone.​
  
  
  Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late August.
  
  
  

• Santa Fe Road (KY 536) – 0.01 mile point – Bridge deck restoration and waterproofing work on the Santa Fe Road bridge over the Licking River is in progress.

  The bridge was reopened around 4 p.m. on Monday, July 28. Watch for crews in the area as they complete final tasks within the project limits.​

  Weather permitting, the overall project has an expected completion date of early August.
  
  

• Mary Ingles Highway (KY 8) – 7.07 mile point – Bridge deck restoration and waterproofing work is scheduled to begin on the Mary Ingles Highway bridge over Locust Creek beginning the week of July 27.
  
  
  Work will require a 24/7 single lane closure, with temporary traffic signals installed to guide traffic. Crews will shift traffic to the opposite lane once the first half of the bridge is complete.
  
  
  Weather permitting, the overall project has an expected completion date of late August.
  
  

• High Friction Surface – Various Routes – Several traffic impacts will be in place during evening/overnight hours for the application of high friction surface treatment on various routes in Campbell County.​

  High friction surface application is now completed. Thermoplastic striping is the last step of this project and work will occur at/near the areas below. Please watch for crews performing this work.

  List of Locations:

  -I-471 northbound to U.S. 27 southbound

  -I-471 southbound to U.S. 27 northbound

  -I-471 northbound to U.S. 27

  -Memorial Parkway (KY 1120) eastbound approach to Pavilion Parkway intersection

  -Memorial Parkway westbound approach to I-471 northbound ramp intersection
  

  -Northbound Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27) between the Louie B. Nunn Drive and Sunset Drive intersections. (16.64 – 16.73 mile points).

  -Around the Johns Hill Road (KY 3490) intersection extending to the Sunset Drive intersection.
  
  

• Mary Ingles Highway (KY 6335) –​ 2.75 – 3.3 mile point – Utility pole replacement by Duke Energy is now complete. ​

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• Martha Layne Collins Boulevard (KY 2345) – 0.0 – 0.59 mile points – A resurfacing project on a portion of Martha Layne Collins Boulevard beginning at Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27) extending to Johns Hill Road (KY 3490) is in progress.

  Base failure repairs and milling/paving operations on Martha Lay​ne Collins Boulevard are now complete.

  Thermoplastic striping and traffic loop installation still remains. 

  During working hours, a single lane closure will be in place (as needed) with flagger on-site to direct traffic through work zone.

  All scheduled work may be adjusted as needed to accommodate weather conditions. We will provide schedule updates here if weather delays occur. The project is expected to be completed by early August.
  

  
  
  

• Pooles Creek Road (KY 1998) – 0.0 – 1.73 mile points – A resurfacing project on Pooles Creek Road between AA Highway (KY 9) and Alexandria Pike (U.S. 27) is in progress.

  Milling and paving operations are now complete. Thermoplastic striping and traffic loop installation still remains.

  During daytime working hours, a single lane closure will be in place with flaggers on-site to direct traffic through the work zone.

  All scheduled work may be adjusted as needed to accommodate weather conditions. We will provide schedule updates here if weather delays occur.​ The project is expected to be completed by early August.​
  

NO SIGNIFICANT TRAFFIC IMPACTS/PROJECTS AT THIS TIME.​

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• KY 491 – 0.02 mile point – A bridge replacement project on the KY 491 crossing over Bullock Pen Creek between Rainbow Drive and KY 1942 is in progress.

  To accommodate the work, the bridge will be closed to traffic during construction beginning Monday, June 23. A signed detour will be in place to guide motorists around the closure.

  The bridge is expected to reopen to traffic late August. Additional work will continue throughout the project area following the reopening until all project tasks are complete.

  The project is expected to be completed by late September.​
  
  

• Taft Highway (KY 22) – 0.0 – 5.67 mile point – A resurfacing project on Taft Highway (KY 22) beginning at the Grant/Owen County line extending to just west of Jonesville Road (KY 36) is now complete.​​​​

  
  
  

• Elliston-Mt. Zion Road (KY 1942) – 1.76 mile point – A bridge replacement project on Elliston-Mt. Zion Road is in progress.

  The project involves removing the existing bridge deck and beams over Napoleon Branch Creek then setting new beams and constructing a new deck.

  To accommodate the work, the bridge will be closed to traffic during construction beginning Thursday, May 29. A signed detour will be in place to guide motorists around the closure.

  Once the new bridge is finished, the detour will be removed and the crossing will reopen to traffic. Additional work will continue throughout the project area following the reopening.

  Motorists are encouraged to follow posted signs and use caution in the area.

  The project is expected to be completed by October 2025.
  

  
  

• I-75 – 157.7 – 162.7 mile points – A resurfacing project on a five-mile stretch of I-75, from just south of Dry Ridge to just north of the Sherman Mt Zion Road (KY 1994) overpass is in progress.
  
  

  Work will include pavement repairs and resurfacing, drainage and erosion control improvements, guardrail updates, bridge maintenance and cross slope corrections.
  

  Resurfacing work for the on/off ramps at Exit 159 to KY 22 in Dry Ridge is now complete.

  I-75 Northbound: crews are milling/paving behind a left lane/shoulder closure. Traffic has been shifted to the right and center lanes.

  I-75 Southbound: crews are milling/paving and performing shoulder work behind a right lane/shoulder closure. Traffic has been shifted to the left and center lanes.​
  

  
  

  Additional traffic shifts will be necessary later in the project as paving operations progress. We will share those updates here and our social media accounts. 

  
  
  The project is expected to be completed by Oct. 15, 2025. Learn more about the project here.​
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NO SIGNIFICANT TRAFFIC IMPACTS/PROJECTS AT THIS TIME.​

• John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge – 24 – 24.3 mile point – A routine bridge inspection is scheduled to take place on the Roebling Suspension Bridge beginning Monday, Aug. 4 through Friday, Aug. 8.

  To accommodate inspection equipment, the bridge will be fully closed to vehicular traffic on up to three occasions during the week. These closures will occur within the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Specific dates and times will vary depending on inspection needs. Outside of those brief closures, the bridge will remain open to traffic.

  Pedestrian access will also be impacted at times. Sidewalk closures may occur intermittently and could remain in place overnight. However, at least one sidewalk will remain open at all times to ensure continued pedestrian access.

  Inspection crews will be on site daily from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. During this time, various traffic impacts may occur to support the inspection process including single lane closures. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and follow all posted signage.

  Weather permitting, the overall inspection is expected to be completed by 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8. ​
  

  
  
• Pike Street ramp to I-71/75 Northbound – Beginning the night of Monday, July 21, the Pike Street ramp to I-71/75 northbound in Covington will be closed overnight for sanitary sewer repairs.
  
  
  The ramp will close nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. for approximately two weeks. All lanes will remain open during daytime hours.
  
  
  DETOUR: Pike Street to Main Street to Fourth Street. Use the Fourth Street on-ramp to access I-71/75 southbound and utilize the Texas Turnaround to merge onto I-71/75 northbound.
  
  
  Weather permitting, this permit project is expected to be completed by Monday, Aug. 4, at 5 a.m.
  
  

• Interstate 71/75 –​ Crews will be performing soil boring work in various areas along I-71/75 in Kenton County from west of Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) to the Kentucky/Ohio state line. Crews will be working nightly in different areas along this stretch of highway. This work will require various lane and ramp closures.

  Tentative Schedule of Work

  Monday, July 28

  • I-71/75 southbound right two lanes closed from between Buttermilk Pike (KY 371) and Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) at the 187 mile marker, to northeast of Kyles Lane (189 mile marker), a distance of 2.0 miles. These lanes will be blocked between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. All lanes reopen at 6 a.m. on Tuesday.

  Tuesday, July 29

  • Fourth Street (KY 8) and Crescent Avenue ramps on to I-71/75 southbound will be blocked. Access to Pike Street (U.S. 25) and Texas Turnaround will be maintained with a single lane by using I-71/75 southbound to Exit 191. The lanes/ramps will be blocked between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. All lanes/ramps reopen by 6 a.m. Wednesday.

  Wednesday, July 30

  • I-71/75 southbound single right lane closure from the Kentucky/Ohio state line (191.6 mile point) to I-71/75 southbound on-ramp from Martin Luther King Junior Blvd. (KY 1120) (190.2 mile point), a distance of 1.4 miles. 
  • The I-71/75 southbound exit off-ramp to Pike Street (U.S. 25) will be blocked.
  • These traffic impacts will take place between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. All lanes/ramps will reopen by 5 a.m. Thursday.

  Thursday, July 31

  • I-71/75 southbound single right lane closure from the Kentucky/Ohio state line (191.6 mile point) to 189 mile point, a distance of 2.1 miles. The lane will be blocked between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. This lane will reopen by 5 a.m. Friday.
  • Access to the exit off-ramps at Fifth Street (KY 8), along with the Pike Street (U.S. 25) and Texas Turnaround will be maintained.
    
    

  While this work is being performed during evening/overnight hours -- motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and find alternate routes to avoid any potential delays. Appropriate signage will be in place to warn motorists of the upcoming work. 

  Weather permitting, this soil boring work is expected to be completed Friday, Aug. 1 at 5 a.m.​
  

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• I-275 Westbound – 77.62 – 79.96 mile points – A maintenance project on I-275 westbound began on Tuesday, July 15. This project will focus on addressing a mudslide that took place following a significant rain event in April.

  The slide is located between Madison Pike (KY 17) and Pride Parkway (KY 16).

  A single right lane closure will be in place on I-275 westbound from west of Pride Parkway (KY 16) to east of Madison Pike. Crews will be working between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. All lanes will reopen daily by 4 p.m.
  

  The movement of traffic plan has changed since the project began on Tuesday, July 15. During working hours, crews are blocking the I-275 westbound on-ramp from southbound Pride Parkway (KY 16). The on-ramp to I-275 westbound from northbound Pride Parkway will be maintained. Motorists can detour using Pride Parkway to Howard Litzler Drive (KY 3070) to Madison Pike (KY 17), and then back on to I-275 westbound. 

  Weather permitting, this project is expected to be completed by Thursday, Aug. 7 at 5 p.m.​
  

  
  
• Green Road (KY 2043) – 3.35 – 3.40 mile points – A temporary road closure will be in place on a portion of Green Road as part of a culvert replacement project.
  
  
  Beginning Monday, June 2​, Green Road will be closed near the 12800 block. The closure is expected to remain in place through Tuesday, Aug. 12.
  
  
  Local traffic will be able to access the roadway up to the closure point. Through traffic will not be permitted due to the extent of construction. Work will include removal of the existing culvert and roadway, installation of a new culvert, and repaving to restore a smooth driving surface.
  
  
  Motorists should follow the signed detour, which will guide traffic from Green Road to U.S. 25, then to KY 16, and back to Green Road.
  
  
  This work is part of a larger culvert replacement project that began last year but was postponed due to material delays. To minimize impacts on school transportation, KYTC rescheduled the remainder of the project for late spring/early summer 2025.
  
  
  During the initial closure in summer 2024, contractors completed several other project tasks, including fence relocation, site clearing, waterline relocation and guardrail installation. The new culvert has since been fabricated and is ready for installation.
  
  
  The project is expected to be completed by Aug. 31, 2025. 

• Fowler Creek Road (KY 1486) –​ 3.28 –​ 4.44 mile points – ​A resurfacing project on Fowler Creek Road between the Fowler Creek Road Connector (KY 1486C) and Madison Pike (KY 3035) is in progress. Base failure repairs and milling/paving operations are now complete. Radar installation is the final task of the project.
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• ​Madison Pike/E. 20th Street (KY 17) – 20.45 – 22.31 mile points –  A resurfacing project on Madison Pike/E. 20th Street is now complete.
  
  

• Access to Royal Drive at Buttermilk Pike (KY 371) – 2.65 mile point – Beginning Friday, Dec. 13, access to Royal Drive at Buttermilk Pike will be 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 Fall 2025. For more information on this project, visit our KY 536 website here​.
  
  

• Ernstbridge Road (CR 1021) – A bridge replacement project on Ernstbridge Road (CR 1021) is set to begin Monday, March 17. The existing bridge will remain open to traffic throughout construction, minimizing disruptions for motorists. However, travelers should expect occasional minor delays due to work in the area. The overall project has an expected completion date of Nov. 1, 2025.​
  
  

• Bristow Road (KY 1303) – 0.0 – 0.55 mile points – Beginning Sunday, June 15, a closure will be in place on Bristow Road from south of Timber Lane to the intersection of KY 536 and KY 1303. This will allow a safe area for crews to begin constructing a roundabout at the intersection. Through traffic on KY 536 will be maintained. Local traffic will be maintained on KY 1303 from Richardson Road to Timber Lane. 
  
  Motorists can detour using KY 536 to Dixie Highway to Industrial Road.
  
  NOTE: the bridge east of Dixie Highway on Richardson Road currently has a weight limit of three tons. Any vehicles weighing more than three tons should use Industrial Road as a detour.
  
  The closure is expected to be in place through Aug. 8, 2025.​ KYTC will update on social media if additional days are needed.
  
  This work is part of the ongoing Mt. Zion Road/Bristow Road widening/safety improvement project. Crews will be working on KY 536 from west of the KY 1303 intersection to west of Williamswoods Drive. The project is expected to be completed Spring 2027. Learn more about this project here.​
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• Mt. Zion Road/Bristow Road (KY 536) –​ 0.96 –​ 2.5 mile points –​ ​Sunday, July 27 – Thursday, July 31: Storm sewer work will occur nightly from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. between Hogrefe Road and the bridge near Falcon Ridge Drive. Flaggers will be on-site to maintain traffic during these hours.​
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  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.
  
  A traffic switch took place on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Crews switched traffic between Hogrefe Road and Banklick Road. Traffic was shifted to the south half of the bridge. This configuration will be in place through Spring 2025. 
  
  A closure of Bristow Road from south of Timber Lane to the intersection of KY 536 will be in place beginning Sunday, June 15. This closure is expected to be in place through Aug. 8, 2025. ​
  
  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.

• KY 159 – 2.87 – 4.66 mile points – A resurfacing project on KY 159 from Grimes Road extending north to the southern end of North Little Kincaid Creek bridge is nearing completion. 
  
  
  Milling/paving operations are now complete. Permanent striping and rumble strips still remain. Motorists should ​expect a single lane closure (as needed) with flaggers on-site to direct traffic through the work zone.
  
  
  Weather permitting, the project is expected to be completed by late August.