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MANCHESTER, Ky. (August 16, 2019) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 11 Office advises motorists that a I-75 rehab project is set to begin at mile points 50.2 – 55.3 in Laurel and Rockcastle counties on Sunday, August 18.

The project will involve base failure repairs, pavement repairs, and drainage outlet installations. ATS Construction will be conducting the work.

Listed below is the work schedule:

• The first phase of work will begin Sunday, August 18, and is expected to conclude Friday, August 23.
• Two lanes will be open to traffic except during the hours of 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. each day when traffic will be reduced to one lane.

The speed limit will also be reduced to 55 miles per hour in the work zone.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet asks motorists to be aware of the work zone, expected delays, and to utilize safe driving habits when traveling through the area.

The date and time could be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Motorists can access travel and traffic conditions at http://goky.ky.gov or contribute their reports at www.waze.com or via the Waze mobile application. You can also get traffic information for District 11 counties at www.facebook.com/KYTCDistrict11 or by following us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/KYTCDistrict11.