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Project Updates
Travel Advisories
December 2025
A widening and safety improvement project on Donaldson Highway (KY 236) between Houston Road (KY 842) and Mineola Pike (KY 3076) is nearing completion. 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.
The project has an overall completion date of early December 2025. Learn more about the project here.
December 2025
A widening project aimed at reducing congestion and improving safety on I-71 in Gallatin and Carroll counties is in progress. The project will widen I-71 from its configuration of two lanes in each direction, to three lanes.
A traffic switch has been scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Dec. 9.
Tentative Schedule of Work (Weather Permitting):
On Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m., crews will close a single southbound lane of traffic between Exit 55 (KY 1039) and Exit 57 (Sparta Pike). Crews will move the barrier wall and pave behind the barrier to accommodate an upcoming traffic switch. This lane closure will reopen by 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 10.
On Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m., crews will close the same southbound lane listed above to complete paving operations prior to the shift. By Thursday, Dec. 11 at 8 a.m., traffic will shift toward the median and then shift once again back to the existing roadway.
Additionally, the I-71 southbound exit on/off ramps will be blocked during the evening/overnight working hours during this traffic switch. The ramps will reopen daily by 8 a.m.
This traffic switch is expected to remain in place until late spring/early summer 2026. Signage will be placed ahead of the traffic switch to warn motorists of the change in traffic pattern.
In addition to the traffic switch, crews will be performing pothole patching operations on I-71 northbound between Exit 55 (KY 1309) and Exit 57 (Sparta Pike – KY 35) beginning on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Traffic will be slowed down and, at times, stopped to allow crews space to patch potholes. Motorists should adhere to posted signage, and not pass crews blocking ramps during the rolling roadblock. Weather permitting, this portion of the work is expected to be completed by 8 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11.
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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. Law enforcement will be on-site to ensure compliance.
The project has an expected completion date of Nov. 1, 2026. Learn more about the project here.
December 2025
STEEL REPAIR WORK
The shoring beam has been installed, and floor beam repair work is currently underway.
Once floor beam repairs are completed, and the overall T-1 steel repair project is finished, crews will reopen all westbound lanes by Wednesday, Dec. 31, and current weight restrictions for emergency vehicles will be lifted.
ZONE PAINTING PROJECT
On Friday, Dec. 5, KYTC announced a zone painting project to minimize future traffic interruptions and maintain the condition of a critical crossing ahead of the Brent Spence Corridor project construction.
Zone painting is a necessary maintenance practice for steel bridges to project against corrosion, particularly in vulnerable areas such as floor beams and beneath joints, or where existing paint has deteriorated. The process involves cleaning and repainting only the affected sections to prevent the spread of rust and extend the overall life of the structure.
Only eastbound lanes of the bridge will need to remain closed during the length of the zone painting project expected to be completed by March 31, 2026, weather permitting.
Crews will be working simultaneously with a separate contractor already on-site performing floor beam repairs on the bridge. Performing this work now, during the ongoing bridge repairs, saves time and will get the bridge full opened sooner.
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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. Overweight Over-Dimensional vehicles are not permitted on the bridge at this time due to current lane restrictions.
Eastbound Traffic (drivers heading from Indiana to Kentucky):
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A right lane closure is in place before the bridge approach. Once you’re on the bridge, all lanes are open.
Westbound Traffic (drivers heading from Kentucky to Indiana):
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Traffic is utilizing the left lane beginning at the Petersburg exit to past the truss of the bridge.
You can find a project timeline, photos and additional project information here.
December 2025
Bristow Road (KY 1303) reopened on Fri., Aug. 8, following an extended closure period.
Here’s what to know before you go:
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West of roundabout there will be a shift from the original pavement to the new pavement on KY 536.
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When you’re at the intersection of Bristow & Mt. Zion Roads – treat it as a three-way stop. Only half of the roundabout has been built. We’ll let you know once its fully operational down the road.
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East of the roundabout you’ll drive on the new pavement until you get to west of Hogrefe Road then you’ll shift over to the original pavement.
Need more of a visual explanation on the new traffic pattern? We’ve got you covered! Click here to see the progress that was made during the closure.
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KY 536 from KY 1303 to Williamswoods Drive
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Earthwork, sanitary and stabilization work is taking place throughout the project limits. This work may involve several traffic impacts for equipment moving in and out of the work zone.
Bristow Road (KY 1303) Widening
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Contractors are working on sanitary, earthwork, waterline and storm sewer installation. This work may involve various traffic impacts with equipment moving in/out of the work zone. Please be aware while traveling through the project area and watch for crews and equipment.
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A traffic shift took place on Wednesday, Aug. 20. This shift moved motorists to the new pavement from south of Beechgrove Drive (0.75 mile point) to north of Timber Lane (0.55 mile point).
KY 536 from Williamswoods Drive to Madison Pike (KY 17)
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Clearing operations are in progress and will continue throughout the winter months. This work may involve various traffic impacts with equipment moving in/out of the work zone. Please be aware while traveling through the project area and watch for crews and equipment.
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Most construction activities will occur off the existing roadway on a newly constructed alignment north of current KY 536, which is expected to minimize traffic impacts for motorists traveling through this portion of the corridor.
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The most significant traffic impacts are anticipated during construction of the roundabout at the KY 536 and Williamswoods Drive intersection, where lane closures and shifting traffic patterns should be expected. We will provide an update once that phase of work begins.
More information about the KY 536 Improvement Projects can be found here.
December 2025
A resurfacing project on I-71 from the Boone/Gallatin County line to the I-71 and I-75 interchange is now complete.
Learn more about the project here.
December 2025
A T-1 steel repair project on the Combs-Hehl Bridge, which spans the Ohio River between Kentucky and Ohio is in progress.
This work follows a federally required inspection of older bridges built with “T-1” steel. During a 2023 inspection, 300 welds were tested, and 16 locations were identified for future repair. While not an immediate safety concern, these repairs will proactively address the findings and ensure the bridge remains safe for years to come.
I-275 EASTBOUND
All steel repairs on the eastbound portion of the bridge have been completed. All lanes have reopened.
I-275 WESTBOUND
Crews are currently on the westbound portion of the bridge.
Steel repair work on the westbound portion of the bridge is continuing, and a traffic switch is needed to complete the remaining westbound repairs. Beginning at 8 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 8, the contractor will close a single lane, followed by a double lane closure at 9 p.m. with all work scheduled to be completed by 5 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9.
Once the traffic switch is complete, motorists will continue to have three open lanes — two 10-foot lanes and one 11-foot lane. The narrowed lane widths provide space for barrier wall placement along the far-right lane, allowing crews to safely complete steel repairs with minimal impact to traffic flow.
Additional lane closures may be required for crane operations and steel plate installation. KYTC will issue updates when/if those closures are scheduled.
ADDITIONAL REPAIRS
In addition to the T-1 steel work, crews will also complete several stringer repairs. These repairs were added to the project to further enhance the long-term safety and durability of the structure.
A queue warning system will be installed on both sides of the river to alert motorists of slowed or stopped traffic on or near the bridge. The speed limit will be reduced to 55 mph through the work zone for the duration of the project.
Learn more about the project here. Weather permitting, the overall project has an expected completion date of February 2026.