NKyTribune staff
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 6 office provides periodic update on road projects and conditions in the region.
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
*US 42 (8.4 – 8.6 mile-marker) – A highway safety improvement project on the US 42 area that includes the intersection connections at Rice Pike and Hicks Pike in Boone County is in progress. Hicks Pike is closed between Stallion Way and Harmony Hill Drive. Local traffic will have access. Hicks Road leading to Stallion Road will remain open. A signed detour will be in place. Improvements at Rice Pike will require a 90-day closure that will start after May 1. A signed detour will be in place using KY 536 (Hathaway Road) to KY 1925 (Big Bone) to US 42. Anticipated completion is October 1.
*KY 536 (Mt Zion Road) – Work continues on the KY 536 corridor in Boone County extending from Old Union Road to I-75. Lane closures on US 42 will continue intermittently during non-peak hours between Mt. Zion Road and Frogtown Road. The entrance to Highland Drive from Mt. Zion Road is closed. Follow signed detour on Tiburon Drive. Motorists should exercise caution when travelling the work zone. Slow traffic and possible delays should be expected. The posted speed limit is 35 MPH.
CAMPBELL COUNTY
*KY 10 (Flagg Springs Pike) 4.5 mile-marker – A bridge replacement project is in progress. The bridge will be closed to through traffic during the construction. Motorists are encourage to use the signed detour taking KY 1997 (Stonehouse Road) to KY 9 (AA Highway) to KY 1996 (Carthage Road). This project will be complete by Aug. 1.
*KY 10 (Flagg Springs Pike) 4.4 – 13.6 mile-marker – A highway safety improvement project is scheduled to begin soon that will improve shoulders from KY 1997 to the Pendleton County line. The work will include multiple pipe extensions, shoulder widening, tree trimming and asphalt surface. Motorist should watch for lane closures with flaggers on each end of the work zone to control traffic during working hours. Expect minor delays. Work is weather pending. This project will be complete by May 2018.
*Johns Hill Road (KY 2345) Connector to Three Mile Road (KY 2238) – Construction is almost complete on a new connector road between Johns Hill Road (KY 2345) and Three Mile Road (KY 2238). This new connector road will be adjacent to the NKU campus. The roundabout on Three Mile Road will be fully functional except for the new roadway to NKU which is still under construction.
*KY 9 Expansion – Newport – South Section – Construction is complete on the section between Lowell Street between 9th Street and KY 9 (12th Street). This section is open, but drivers should still be alert in the work zone as crews finish project.
*KY 9 Expansion – Newport – North Section – Traffic has moved to the new alignment between 5th Street and the Taylor Southgate Bridge. Watch for crews as work continues along right of way.
GRANT COUNTY
*KY 36 (14.4 – 13.7 mile-marker) – A road improvement project is in progress on KY 36 and the I-75 Exits 154 to Williamstown – Owenton. Besides the exit ramp work, KY 36 will be improved from the I-75 overpass to Lynwood. KY 2943 (Skyway Drive) will also be reconstructed and relocated. The contractor is in the process of clearing right of way, weather permitting. The main construction will start in the spring. Motorists should be mindful of lane closures and traffic control in the work zone. The project has a Nov. 1 completion.
KENTON COUNTY
*John A. Roebling Bridge (KY 17) – The John A. Roebling Bridge over the Ohio River is closed to vehicular traffic. The pedestrian walkways are also closed to pedestrian traffic. The restrictions will remain in place until the repairs from a vehicle striking a vertical member can be repaired. Motorists and pedestrians can use the Clay Wade Bailey Bridge in Covington and the Taylor Southgate Bridge in Newport as a detour.
*KY 177 (Decoursey Pike) 0.3 – 1.6 mile-marker – KY 177 (Decoursey Pike) will be closed to through traffic weekdays Monday, March 19 at 7 a.m. to Wednesday, March 28 at 7 p.m. between Alexander Road and St. Mary’s Road for a slide repair. Local traffic will be maintained. Motorists should seek alternate route during closure. Work is weather dependent.
The KYTC offers the following tips for motorists when they approach a work zone:
- Expect the unexpected.
- Slow down.
- Don’t tailgate. Keep a safe distance between you and the car ahead of you.
- Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the construction workers and equipment.
- Pay attention to the signs.
- Obey road crew flaggers.
- Stay alert and minimize distractions.
- Keep up with the traffic flow.
- Navigate traffic with GoKY or via Waze on your smartphone (but not while driving).
- You can get District 6 road construction updates here.
- Knowing where the construction zones are prior to the trip can minimize frustration and delays.
- Be patient and stay calm.
Construction and maintenance 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.
*Remember – Motorists can get Northern Kentucky road construction updates here. Follow KYTCDistrict6 on its Facebook page at or on Twitter.