Traffic Alert: Flashing Flood Blocking State Highways in Boyd County
KY 5, KY 538, KY 854, US 60
FLEMINGSBURG, Ky. (July 31, 2022) – Heavy rain has caused flash flooding in low-lying areas of Boyd County, and high water has blocked some or all lanes of the following state highways:
- KY 5 by the old golf course (milepoint 8-9)
- KY 538 (Shopes Creek), Edgwood Drive to Bayless Hill (milepoint 1-2)
- KY 854 at Rush near KY 1654 (milepoint 1)
- US 60 near East Fork bridge just west of Cannonsburg (milepoint 3-4)
Motorists are reminded that continued rain and flash flooding could create rapidly changing road conditions as water falls and rises in different areas. Use caution in low-lying areas, and remember: Never drive through any standing water on roadways. Turn around, don't drown.
Following Kentucky Department of Highways District 9 on social media @KYTCDistrict9 for updates, and check GoKY online at GoKY.ky.gov or via Waze for traffic updates.
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