Department of Highways, District 5
Temporary lane closure on I-71

Press Release Date:  Monday, July 31, 2006  
Contact Information:  Kevin Gunn
Assistant Public Information Officer
(502) 367-6411 office
(502) 468-1068 cell
 


Louisville, KY (July 31, 2006) - The Kentucky Department of Highways announces the temporary lane closure of the right lane on northbound Interstate 71 from milepoint 11.3 (the Jefferson/Oldham County line) to milepoint 17 in Oldham County. This closure is scheduled for Monday, July 31, 2006 to Thursday, August 3, 2006 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and will allow for brush cutting.
 

The actual starting date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur.  Motorists are urged to be cautious and reduce speed.  Stay alert and minimize distractions, and keep a safe distance between your vehicle, the car ahead, and the workers and their equipment.  This is a reminder we must all help reduce the number of highway work zone accidents and fatalities.  
Be safe and Drive Smart!

Log on to www.transportation.ky.gov/d5  for the latest in construction and maintenance activities in our area. Dial 511 or log on to 511.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.