Traffic

Motorists advised to avoid unnecessary travel during winter event LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 23, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 7 highway crews are prepared to respond to a significant winter storm forecasted to impact the region this weekend, bringing freezing rain, snow and ice. District 7 crews have spent the week preparing…

LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 23, 2026) – KYTC District 7 forces worked overnight treating state routes. Weather conditions are monitored closely by the District 7 office. Crews continue to patrol and spot treat today. The following measures can assist with keeping motorists safe and prepared: Place yourself in emergency mode. Pay attention to weather advisories — weather…

Patrolling and treating routes  LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 22, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises that crews began yesterday morning and continued working throughout the evening (Wednesday, January 21) patrolling and treating routes. Crews also patrolled and treated roadways this morning for specific counties. Protect yourself in an emergency Kentucky has a Quick Clearance…

Black ice is possible LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 17, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises that crews have continued to monitor routes. Personnel have treated patrolled routes for counties within the district as needed. Wet roads can present hazardous driving conditions. Motorists should remember that as temperatures drop this evening there is the possibility…

Snow accumulations possible LEXINGTON, KY, (January 16, 2026) – The forecast shows rain/snow showers for Friday night through Saturday. KYTC personnel will be working to treat routes through this evening and overnight. Tips for driving in winter weather:  Avoid nonessential travel if conditions are dangerous. Check the forecast and plan ahead for your trip.…

Richmond, Madison County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March in Downtown Richmond   LEXINGTON, Ky. (January 15, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of traffic changes scheduled for Richmond, Madison County. Temporary adjustments will be necessary for the Commemorative March happening in downtown Richmond on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January…

The location is milepoint 2.45 LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 14, 2026) – Work will soon begin on the Menelaus Road (KY 1983) bridge over the CSX railroad in Berea. The contract was awarded to Central Bridge on September 25, 2025. The old wooden structure (milepoint 2.45) will be demolished and replaced with a single span steel…

Rolling Roadblock LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 12, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists that this pothole repairs are scheduled for Montgomery Co. Rolling roadblocks (a mobile operation) will be utilized for pothole repairs. Tuesday, January 13 Interstate 64 – EB & WBs Repairs will be between milepoints 101 and 115 between the…

Light snow accumulations LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 11, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists should use caution while driving. Low temperatures, along with wet roadways can cause significant impacts. Personnel reported earlier today for specific counties to treat routes. Tips for driving in winter weather:  Avoid nonessential travel if conditions are dangerous. Check the…

Delays possible on I-75 SB 7 p.m. – 6 a.m.  LEXINGTON, Ky. (Jan. 6, 202X) – Construction for the I-75 widening project in Lexington will require a temporary overnight double lane closure of I-75 southbound between MM 115 and MM 113, tonight, Tues., Jan. 6. The closure will allow contractors to install the support structure…