Brent Spence Project Closures Coming to Covington: Plan Ahead, Be Patient

Brent Spence project closures coming to Covington: Plan ahead, be patient

While state leaders on both sides of the Ohio River have been talking about how construction of the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project will affect drivers, Covington is about to feel it in a very real way. Numerous long-term closures are starting on May 20, affecting entrance and exit ramps onto I-71/75 for north and southbound traffic. Long story short: Plan ahead for at least the next year if you need to get on or off the highway in Covingto…

Brent Spence Bridge work begins May 20 with major ramp closures

COVINGTON, Ky. — Major interstate ramp closures and detours are coming to the Covington area beginning May 20 as construction crews advance on the transformational Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project, according to a notice from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. The first closures begin Wednesday, May 20, at 7 a.m., when the Interstate 71/75 southbound on-ramp from Bullock Avenue will shut down for construction. Bullock Avenue itself will clo…

Road work ahead: Schedule for ramp closings in Covington begins May 20 for Brent Spence Bridge project

Interstate 71/75 ramp closures and detours beginning this month in Covington will advance construction on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project, which will add interstate lanes, better access, a new companion bridge, and convert the existing bridge for local travel to improve safety and increase regional highway capacity. KYTC advises that temporary and permanent interstate ramp closures and detours will begin on or after Wednesday, May 20. D…