TRAFFIC ADVISORY: KYTC District 5 High Water Report — 8 a.m.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Feb. 17, 2025) — Several state-maintained roadways across District 5 remain impacted by high water or landslides, creating hazardous travel conditions.
Motorists are reminded to use caution and never attempt to drive through flooded roads. Even shallow, fast-moving water can sweep a vehicle away, and road damage beneath the surface may not be visible.
The following state routes in District 5 are currently affected:
Bullitt County
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KY 44 (Pitts Point Road) is closed between mile markers 9 and 10 due to high water.
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KY 480 (Cedar Grove Road) is closed between mile markers 10 and 11 due to high water.
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KY 1442 (Ridge Road) is closed between mile markers 1 and 2 due to high water.
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KY 1494 (Beech Grove Road) is closed between mile points 2.1 and 3.2 due to high water over the David Arnold Bridge.
Franklin County
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KY 1659 (Glenns Creek Road) is closed between mile markers 1 and 2 due to a slide.
Henry County
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KY 389 (Harpers Ferry Road/River Road) is closed between mile markers 4 and 8 due to high water.
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KY 561 (Gest Road) is down to one lane between mile markers 2 and 3 due to a slide.
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KY 1360 (Franklinton Road) is closed at mile point 6.5 due to high water.
Shelby County
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KY 2268 (Eminence Pike) is closed between mile points 0.2 and 1.3 due to high water.
Spencer County
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KY 1169 (Normandy Road) is closed between mile points 8.5 and 8.9 due to high water.
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KY 1633 (Elk Creek Road) is closed between mile points 0.0 and 0.2 due to high water.
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KY 2885 (Bowman Lane) is closed between mile markers 2 and 7 due to standing water.
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KY 623 (Lilly Pike) is closed between mile points 4.5 and 5.3 due to high water.
Stay informed with the latest traffic and travel updates across the Commonwealth of Kentucky at goky.ky.gov. For resources on snow and ice, visit snowky.ky.gov. For live traffic updates specific to the Louisville Metro area, follow TRIMARC.
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Safety Reminders for Drivers:
- Never move or drive around cones or barriers. They are placed to keep you safe — flooded or damaged roads may not be visible until it’s too late.
- Turn around, don’t drown! Never attempt to drive through water.
- Use extreme caution in flood-prone areas. Low-lying roads, underpasses, and areas near rivers or streams can flood quickly. If water is rising, seek higher ground.
- Be prepared for detours. Flooded roads may be impassable. Check GoKy.Ky.Gov or WAZE for real-time road closures and alternate routes.
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