The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports work for highways this week and urges motorists to be aware of possible delays or lane closures on the following projects:
BOONE – KENTON COUNTIES
• KY 536 (Mt. Zion Road) Corridor 13.2 – 14.7/ 0 – 1 mile-marker – The road is being widened from two to four lanes between U.S. 25 (Dixie Highway) and KY 1303 (Turkeyfoot Road). Watch for flaggers and a single lane closure in the work zone.
• Two roundabouts will be built: (1) at the intersection of Mt. Zion and Sigmon Lane and (2) on Mt. Zion Road approximately one-third of a mile west of Turkeyfoot Road.
Utility relocation is currently taking place. Construction is expected to begin in the spring of 2022. Project completion is the end of 2023.
BOONE COUNTY
• KY 3076 (Mineola Pike) 0.0 – 0.9 – A widening and improvement project on KY 3076 (Mineola Pike) is in progress. The project will widen the road to 5-lanes and add a sidewalk on the southside of the road and a multiuse path on the northside. Two lanes of traffic will be maintained throughout the project. Motorists should watch for crews and equipment in the work zone. This project has a estimated completion date of October 2023.
• I-71/75 SB and NB (178 – 169.4 mile-marker) – A resurfacing project is in progress on a 6-mile section between Mt. Zion Rd (KY 536) interchange and the I-71/75 split in Walton. In addition, an approximately 3-mile section of I-75 will be repaved between the split and the Boone/Kenton County line. This project is estimated to be complete by the end of 2022.
• U.S. 42 Bridge (13.9 mile-marker) over I-71/75 (180 mile-marker) – A project is in progress that will add a new westbound lane and pedestrian sidewalk. Both shoulders are closed within the project area for approximately one-quarter mile at the US 42 interchange on I-71/75 north and southbound. This project is estimated to be complete by May 2023.
• KY 536 (Mt Zion Road) Double Crossover Diamond (DCD) interchange – Construction is in progress between Tiburon Drive and US 25 (Dixie Highway). This project has a estimated completion date by the end of 2022, weather permitting.
With the new interchange open, crews will closely monitor the new traffic pattern and will make adjustments to traffic signal timing to ensure traffic is moving efficiently through the new interchange.
Even though the new travel pattern will be in place, this will still be a very active construction area with crews continuing to work on ongoing improvements. Please be mindful of crews working in the project area through the remainder of the year.
• KY 338 (Richwood Road) Double Crossover Diamond (DCD) interchange and U.S. 25 Dixie Highway SPUI – Please be aware of occasional daily lane closures throughout the project area. Traffic will be maintained with flaggers when needed. This is an active work zone with construction vehicles entering and exiting the project area.
A new travel pattern will be put into place on Old Lexington Pike.
Local traffic may access Old Lexington Pike via Shorland Drive as well as Chambers Rd. but there will be no access for truck traffic to Old Lexington Pike at Chambers Rd.
Transport Dr. at US 25 is CLOSED. The closure is expected to remain in place indefinitely per order of the Boone County Sheriff as a result of multiple vehicles attempting to travel around construction barricades. Traffic should use Logistics Blvd.
The existing intersection of Richwood Rd. and Dixie Hwy. (US 25) is permanently closed.
Traffic on US 25 is using the new pavement between Duffel Ln. and Logistics Blvd. Signage has been put into place to direct drivers through the new traffic pattern, and a new traffic signal is operational at the intersection of Best Pal Dr. and Richwood Rd.
This travel pattern is expected to be in place through project completion, which is expected in late summer 2023.
The railroad crossing at Richwood Rd. and US 25 is permanently closed.
During construction, traffic will cross the railroad tracks at the intersection of Shorland Dr./Winning Colors Dr., where traffic signals are operational and timed to help ease congestion and support traffic flow through the intersection.
This closure is needed to allow for major intersection improvements at Richwood Rd. and US 25.
CAMPBELL COUNTY
• U.S. 27 (0 – 1 mile-marker) – A safety improvement project is in progress on U.S. 27. Construction will focus on three areas: the KY 177 intersection (17.1-17.5 marker ) going northbound to just past KY 3162 (Lock Road) intersection, the Boss Dunaway Road intersection (19 milepost) in northern Pendleton County and the intersection of Plum Creek Church Road (1 milepost) in southern Campbell County. Motorists should be aware of crews and lane closures in the work zone areas. This project has an estimated completion date of Spring 2023.
• KY 1998 (Pooles Creek Road) 0.2 – 0.7 mile-marker – A roadway repair project on KY 1998 (Pooles Creek Road) requires a limited road closure. The project repairs include replacing a cross pipe and putting in a drain box as well as some ditching work. The closure will be in place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Tuesday, Nov. 29 to Friday, Dec. 2.
During working hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), local traffic from KY 9 will be able to access KY 1998 up to mailbox 439. Local traffic from US 27 will be able to access KY 1998 up to mailbox 440. The closure will be removed and thru traffic will be restored outside of working hours.
GALLATIN COUNTY
• I-71 SB/NB (59.9 – 69.9 mile-marker) – A resurfacing project is in progress on a section of interstate between the Boone County line and KY 35 near the Kentucky Speedway. Work will take place during nighttime hours of 8 p.m. until 8 a.m. the following morning. Work days are Sunday night through Friday morning, weather permitting. Motorists should watch for lane closures and crews in both directions during the project. This project has an anticipated completion date of late 2022.
• U.S. 42 (3.1 – 4.6 mile-marker) – U.S. 42 IS CLOSED to traffic from the Markland Dam to Craigs Creek for a landslide repair project until Nov. 2023. A signed detour will be in place to direct vehicles onto KY 1039 to I-71 to KY 35.
GRANT COUNTY
• I-75 Southbound 154 – 144.5 mile-marker – Double Lane closure is needed between Williamstown (Exit 154) to Corinth (Exit 144) on Monday, Nov. 28 on I-75 southbound. During the closure, crews will continue repairs to joints and highway lanes, prior to the upcoming snow and ice season. The double lane closure will be in place from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
KENTON COUNTY
• KY 3716 (Waymans Branch Road) 0.0 – 1.4 mile-marker – A project to replace culvert pipes and perform other maintenance on Waymans Branch Road (KY 3716) will begin on Wednesday, Nov. 9. The project area is between Hands Pike (KY 1501) and KY 16. A lane closure will be in place during daytime working hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with flaggers for traffic control on both ends of the work zone. Waymans Branch Road also is scheduled to be resurfaced in Spring 2023. This project has an expected completion date of Spring 2023.
• Texas Turnaround Project – The new travel pattern will help traffic move more efficiently from 4th St. in Covington to I-71/75 northbound. Once construction is completed, the existing entrance ramp from 4th St. in downtown Covington to I-71/75 northbound will be permanently closed. Following clearly-marked signage, drivers will access Pike St. by using the existing ramp that carries traffic to I-71/75 southbound, then turn left onto a new ramp, then left again onto I-71/75 northbound. There will be no traffic signals throughout this movement.
The right lane of the ramp from I-71/75 southbound to Pike St. IS CLOSED. One lane of travel will remain open on the ramp at all times. This travel pattern is expected to remain in place for approximately three months through mid-June.
The entrance ramp to I-71/75 northbound from Pike St. IS CLOSED for 180 days. A detour route will be put into place and marked with signage. Traffic will be directed to follow Bullock St. to I-71/75 southbound to Kyles Ln., and then re-enter I-71/75 northbound.
The exit ramp from I-71/75 northbound to 5th St. will IS CLOSED for 180 days. A detour route will be put into place and marked with signage. Traffic will be directed to use the 12th St. exit from I-71/75 northbound to Simon Kenton Way to Pike St. to Main St. to 5th St.
The entrance ramp to I-71/75 northbound from 4th St. will not immediately be closed.
• KY 1501 (Hands Pike) – Construction on a new, two-lane road will realign Hands Pike from the KY 17 (Madison Pike) and KY 3035 (Old Madison Pike) intersection to Crystal Lake Drive is in progress. Motorists should watch for construction crews and equipment in the project area. KY 3035 (Old KY 17) is closed to through traffic between KY 17 and KY 1501. Please use KY 17 to KY 1501 to KY 3035 as a detour. A right lane closure on KY 17, just south of KY 3035, is in place for the project. This project has an estimated completion date of late July 2023.
PENDLETON COUNTY
• U.S. 27 (17.1 – 19.3 mile-marker) – A safety improvement project is in progress on U.S. 27. Construction will focus on three areas: the KY 177 intersection (17.1 – 17.5 marker) going northbound to just past KY 3162 (Lock Road) intersection, the Boss Dunaway Road intersection (19 milepost) in northern Pendleton County and the intersection of Plum Creek Church Road (1 milepost) in southern Campbell County. Motorists should be aware of crews and lane closures in the work zone areas. This project has an estimated completion date of Spring 2023.
• KY 177 (0.0 – 4.0 mile-marker) – A resurfacing project is scheduled to start Monday, Oct. 17th from KY 159 extending north to US 27 in Butler. The project will include base failure repair followed by resurfacing. There will be a lane closure during working hours, with flaggers used for traffic control on both ends of the work zone. Expect minor delays. The completion date for this project is Dec. 2.
WORK ZONE TIPS
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. Navigate traffic with GoKY TRIMARC or via Waze on your smartphone!
10. You can follow us on the social media links below.
11. Knowing where the construction zones are prior to the trip can minimize frustration and delays.
12. Be patient and stay calm.
