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Road report: KYTC District Six provides update on all current construction projects in NKY; beware delays


The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 6 reports on all curret construction projects underway in NKY this week and advises motorists to be aware of possible delays and closures.

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:
◦ At the intersection of Mt. Zion and Sigmon Lane
◦ 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

• CSX Railroad Crossing Repairs – Boone County 
Repairs at both locations will start on Monday, Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. until Friday, Nov. 11. Portions of US 25 and KY 491 will be closed to traffic while the repairs occur. Signed detours will be in place. 
Detours:
◦ US 25 (N Main Street) – 1.0 mile marker
▪ Northbound Detour: U.S. 25 to KY 16 to I-75 northbound to Richwood Road (KY 338) to U.S. 25
▪ Southbound Detour: U.S 25 to Richwood Road (KY 338) to I-75 southbound to Walton-Verona (Exit 171) to U.S 25
◦ KY 491 at the intersection of KY 14 and KY 16 – 2.5 mile marker
▪ A signed detour of KY 14 to I-75 southbound to Crittenden (Exit 166) to KY 2363 to KY 491 will be in place


• US 25 (Dixie Highway) 5.4 – 5.6 mile-marker – A series of brief closures on Dixie Highway (US 25) between Duffel Lane and the Richwood Flea Market entrance (between mile markers 5.4 to 5.6) to move a new control building and transformer into the Duke Electrical Facility. The closures will take place on Monday, Nov. 7 and Wednesday Nov. 9. There will be three, 10-minute closures on this section of Dixie Highway during the time frame of 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. each night.


• KY 236 (Donaldson Road) 1.6 – 3.7 mile-marker – A resurfacing is scheduled to begin on KY 236 from KY 3076 (Mineola Pike) to Loomis Road on Monday, Sept. 26. The project has a mid Nov. completion date. Motorists should exercise caution and watch for flaggers, traffic control devices, construction personnel and equipment entering and leaving the work zone. 

• 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, KY. 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.

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• 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

• KY 8X (0.0 – 0.4 mile-marker) – A resurfacing project is in progress on KY 8X starting at US 27 to Park Ave. Milling will take place Friday, Oct. 7, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Paving to follow starting Monday, Oct. 10 to Friday, Oct. 14. A single lane closure will be utilized in various locations, but two-way traffic will be maintained. The project has an estimated completion date of mid Nov.

• KY 9 (AA Highway) 20.1 – 21.9 mile-marker – A resurfacing project is in progress on KY 9 from KY 1632 (Moock Road) to the floodwall in Newport. Milling and pavement is complete. Clean-up work is now in progress to prep for permanent striping. The project has an estimated completion date of mid Nov.

• KY 1632 (Moock Road) 0.0 – 1.6 mile-marker – The resurfacing project is complete except for installation of pavement markings.

• KY 8 (Mary Ingles Highway) 18 mile-marker – A bridge rehabilitation project is in progress on the truss bridge that crosses Twelvemile Creek. This week’s inspections revealed an additional repair that needed completed before reopening the bridge. Repairs are in progress. The bridge is expected to be open after noon on Monday, Nov. 7. Motorists will be encouraged to use the signed detour by taking KY 8 (Mary Ingles Highway) to KY 2828 (Ivor Road) to KY 9 (AA Highway) to KY 547 4 Mile Road) to KY 8 (Mary Ingles Highway).



• 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.

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. 

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.


• US 25 (Dixie HWY) 8.6 – 9.8 mile-marker – A resurfacing project is in progress on US 25 from KY 371 (Buttermilk Pike) to the I-75 interchange. Milling and resurfacing work will begin Sunday, Oct. 16 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. and continue daily.  During work hours there will be a varying single lane closure, but two-way traffic will always be maintained. Watch for flaggers and lane closures. This project has an estimated completion date of mid Nov.

• KY 16 (Taylor Mill Road/Winston Ave) 13.8 – 14.5 mile-marker – A resurfacing project is in progress on KY 16 starting at Promontory Drive to East 42nd Street. Crews will start with base failure repairs during the hours of 9 a.m – 3 p.m. on Thursday and Friday. Resurfacing work will follow starting Tuesday, Sept. 20 from 6 p.m. – 6 a.m. During work hours there will be a varying single lane closure, but two-way traffic will always be maintained. Watch for flaggers and lane closures. This project has an estimated completion date of mid Nov.

• 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.

• KY 2373 (Bromley-Crescent Springs Road) – 3.1 – 3.8 mile-marker – A safety improvement project is in progress between Anderson Road and Amsterdam Road. The road has been opened to traffic. There are still some tasks to be completed before the project is fully finished. This project has an estimated completion date of late October.

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 17 (0.0 – 3.5 mile-marker) – A resurfacing project is scheduled to start Monday, Oct. 17th from US 27 extending north to MP 3.5. The project will include base failure repairs 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 November 15th.

• 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 November 15th.

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.


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