Updated Traffic Impacts for Ongoing Bridge Repair Project on I-471 Daniel Carter Beard Bridge in Campbell County
Simultaneous work expected for northbound and southbound, expect delays
COVINGTON, Ky. (Sept. 17, 2024) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 6 Office advises motorists of updated traffic impacts regarding the ongoing maintenance and repair project on the Interstate 471 Daniel Carter Beard Bridge (4.8 – 5.0 mile point).
Work continues on the northbound portion of the I-471 bridge, the 24/7 left lane closure will remain in place until northbound work is complete. Additionally, double and/or triple lane closures are possible Sunday through Thursday during overnight hours of 8 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Beginning the evening of Monday, Sept. 23, crews will begin to work on the southbound portion of the bridge simultaneously. Motorists should expect a 24/7 single right lane closure. This lane closure will remain in place until southbound work is complete. Additionally, the right lane on the U.S. 50 eastbound to I-471 southbound ramp in Ohio will be closed 24/7. Beginning the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 24, crews will also begin utilizing a left lane closure as needed from 8 p.m. to 10 a.m. Expect a double lane closure while traveling southbound during these hours.
Updates on this work will be provided via our District 6 Roadshow which is updated and distributed to subscribers every Friday. You can subscribe to receive those updates here or view updates on our District 6 website here.
The date, time, and duration of work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. Motorists can get Northern Kentucky road construction updates on the District 6 Roadshow. Follow KYTC District 6 on Facebook or Twitter. For Kentucky’s latest traffic and travel information, visit GoKy, TRIMARC, and WAZE.
Motorists are advised to take an alternate route to avoid potential delays. Please drive slowly through the work zone to keep our crews safe.
Project Background
Repairs to the I-471 Daniel Carter Beard Bridge are a preventative maintenance measure to ensure the bridge is in good condition ahead of the upcoming Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project. Maintaining capacity on the Ohio River bridge crossings is a priority to keep traffic moving safely through the Northern Kentucky region.
The work includes replacing expansion stringer bearings, cleaning and maintenance of concrete barriers and arch hangers, replace elastomer seals, replace hatches at the top of the arch, as well as some additional pier repair work.
The project will ensure the bridge remains in good condition for years to come for the hundreds of thousands of motorists that use it every week.
Intech Contracting LLC, is contracted to perform the $4.2 million project on behalf of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet. Weather permitting, the overall project has an expected completion date of Dec. 1, 2024.
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