Department of Highways, District 5
Temporary closure of KY 53 in Shelby County for railroad crossing repairs

Press Release Date:  Monday, June 27, 2011  
Contact Information:  Andrea Clifford
Public Information Officer
(502) 210-5403 - office
(502) 262-0777 - cell
 


Louisville, KY (June 27, 2011) - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5 Office announces the temporary closure of KY 53 (Mount Eden Road) in Shelby County due to RJ Corman railroad crossing repairs.  KY 53 will be closed to thru traffic at the railroad crossing between Seminole Drive and Cherokee Drive (mile point 8.61) in Shelbyville. 

This roadway is scheduled for closure from 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 5th until 6:00 a.m. on Friday, July 8th.  Motorists should follow the signed detour via US 60 and KY 55.
 
The actual starting date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur.  Dial 511 or log on to 511.ky.gov for the latest in traffic and travel information in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.  You can also get traffic information for the District 5 counties at www.facebook.com/KYTCDistrict5.


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