The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 would like the public to be aware of the following conditions and/or operations that are being reported for highways in District Six.
Motorists should be aware of possible delays or lane closures on the following projects:
BOONE COUNTY-
Industrial Road (KY 1829) – As construction continues on this project, watch for work crews on Industrial Road (KY 1829) from U.S. 42 to Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) and on Dixie Highway (U.S. 25) from New Buffington Road to the railroad crossing south of the Industrial Road/ U.S. 25 intersection. Watch for flaggers and be aware of trucks entering and exiting the highway. The speed limit is reduced to 35 mph on this project. be aware of a traffic diversion in place at the railroad crossing on U.S. 25.
North Bend Road (KY 237) from I-275 to Kara Lane – As construction continues on this project, please watch for work crews along KY 237. Watch for flaggers and be aware of trucks entering and exiting the highway. Traffic may be periodically stopped through this area to allow equipment to pass. Motorists are advised the speed limit has been reduced to 35 mph through this area. Left turns are prohibited from KY 237 Southbound at Northside Drive. Expect delays particularly during rush hour periods.
CAMPBELL COUNTY-
KY 2238 Three Mile Creek Road – Three Mile Creek Road (KY 2238) is closed between Johns Hill Road (KY 2345) and Gibson Lane. The road will be closed until the project is completed. A detour is marked, utilizing Johns Hill Road (KY 2345). Watch for construction traffic and trucks entering and leaving the roadway.
Interstate 275 – West Bound – Various lane closures on I-275 WB can be expected during overnight hours. The lane closures may be encountered between the Ohio state line and the AA (Wilder) Exit.
KY 445 (River Road) – will be closed daily from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. starting on April 20th and will continue being closed daily for approximately 3 weeks for utility work. A detour will be marked.
GALLATIN COUNTY-
KY 465 – KY 465 in Gallatin County will be closed to through traffic between KY 1039 and KY 47 from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday, May 11 through Friday, May 15, for emergency land slide repairs.
GRANT COUNTY -
I-75 (MP 144 – MP 152) – Northbound and Southbound traffic has been restored to the original pattern of two lanes in each direction. The speed limit is reduced to 55 mph on this project. During daytime working hours, rolling roadblocks may be used for short periods to slow traffic for blasting operations. As Construction continues on this project, please watch for trucks entering and leaving the highway.
Keefer Road (KY 2936) at I-75 – Traffic has been shifted to this newly re-aligned section of Keefer Road. As work continues through this area, watch for flaggers and for trucks entering and leaving the highway. Expect minor delays.
Lawrenceville Road (KY 1993) at I-75 -Traffic has been shifted to the newly re-aligned section of Lawrenceville Road bridge as work continues through this area, watch for flaggers and for trucks entering and leaving the highway. Expect minor delays.
Sipple Road (KY 2947) at I-75 - Traffic has been shifted to the newly re-aligned section of Mason Sipple Road bridge over I-75, watch for flaggers and for trucks entering and leaving the highway. Expect minor delays.
KENTON COUNTY-
KY 371 Buttermilk Pike – The right southbound lane of KY 371 will be closed between Anderson Road and High Street. The right southbound lane of KY 371 north of Anderson Road will be marked as “right turn only”. Expect delays. If possible, motorists are advised to use alternate routes.
OWNE COUNTY-
KY 22 - Gratz Bridge (approximately at the 6-mile marker) – The Gratz Bridge replacement project has begun. Clearing and grubbing is the only operation taking place this week. Blasting may begin next week with hauling blasted material beginning soon after. Traffic is allowed during daylight hours but is not allowed from 6:30-8:30 AM and from 3-5:30 p.m. There will be some one way traffic during these operations.
PENDLETON COUNTY-
Carter’s Chapel Road (CR 1318) Closure at Rogers Road – The Carter’s Chapel Bridge Replacement over Seller’s Branch has begun. The roadway will be closed to through traffic to start bridge replacement. Detour routes are posted at Gardnersville-Portland Road (KY 491) to the south and on Gardnersville Road to the north. Traffic will be detoured onto Rogers Road. The road will be closed a maximum of 180 days.
The KYTC offers the following tips for motorists when they approach a work zone:
1. Expect the unexpected.
2. Slow down.
3. Don’t tailgate. Keep a safe distance between you and the car ahead of you.
4. Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the construction workers and equipment.
5. Pay attention to the signs.
6. Obey road crew flaggers.
7. Stay alert and minimize distractions.
8. Keep up with the traffic flow.
9. Schedule enough time and call 511 or go to http://www.511.ky.gov/ for Kentucky traffic and travel information. Knowing where the construction zones are prior to the trip can minimize frustration and delays.
10. Be patient and stay calm.
Maintenance and construction activities are scheduled on a tentative basis and are subject to change depending on weather conditions, emergencies, and other factors beyond the control of the Department of Highways. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet appreciates your patience during the construction process.
Motorists are urged to use caution in work areas, and to be alert for flaggers, workers, and equipment which may block a portion of the roadway, and other items of concern in work zones. Motorists are asked to pay careful attention to warning signs alerting them of the roadwork and obey work zone speed limits where applicable.
For the latest up to date information on road conditions throughout Kentucky, motorists can dial 511.
