UPDATE: U.S. 45 Ohio River 'Brookport' Bridge Has Reopened; Inspection Completed
PADUCAH, Ky. (May 2, 2025) – The U.S. 45 Ohio River "Brookport" Bridge, between Paducah, Ky., and Brookport, Ill., has reopened following the completion of its annual inspection.
Previous advisory below.
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PADUCAH, Ky. (Apr. 22, 2025) – A contractor for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) plans temporary daytime closures of the U.S. 45 Ohio River "Brookport" Bridge, which connects Paducah, Ky., and Brookport, Ill., for the second week of inspections starting on Monday, April 28.
Due to narrow lane widths making it impossible to do while traffic is using the bridge, the inspection will require daytime closures, Monday through Friday, April 28 to May 2, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays only.
Motorists will still be able to use the bridge during traditional morning and evening commute hours. During the bridge closures, drivers should detour via the Interstate 24 Ohio River Bridge between Paducah, Ky., and Metropolis, Ill.
The inspection is required by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), with a specific timeline for completion to maintain regulatory compliance.
The inspection typically occurs each April on the Brookport Bridge and was unable to be delayed despite construction on the I-24 Ohio River Bridge, which has reduced traffic to one lane in each direction.
KYTC and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) have made arrangements for the inspection team to quickly clear the Brookport Bridge if an incident occurs that blocks the I-24 Ohio River Bridge, and the Brookport Bridge is needed for a detour.
Please note that semis and other commercial vehicles are not permitted to cross the Brookport Bridge due to weight, height, and width restrictions.
KYTC District 1 will provide a timely update if the inspection is completed early.
The Transportation Cabinet thanks everyone for their patience as crews and contractors work to preserve these important river crossings.
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