LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced that the eastbound Interstate 64 rest area in Clark County will close beginning Sept. 22 for a major renovation project expected to last through summer 2027, according to a KYTC District 7 press release.
The rest area, located near mile point 98, will undergo a $4.2 million full renovation that includes new windows, toilets, sinks and restrooms, as well as plumbing and heating, ventilation and air conditioning upgrades. The project also encompasses improvements to the vending area and surrounding infrastructure.
Exterior work will feature replacement of sidewalks, new asphalt throughout the parking area and new high-mast lighting to improve visibility and safety for travelers.
The KYTC said all work and closures are scheduled on a tentative basis and are subject to change based on weather conditions, emergencies and other unforeseen circumstances. Motorists can find live traffic updates on GoKy.ky.gov.
The rest area closure may affect travelers heading eastbound on I-64 through the region. KYTC District 7 covers Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Montgomery, Scott and Woodford counties.
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