TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Traffic Shift on KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) on Wednesday, Jan. 7, in Shelby County
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Jan. 6, 2026) – As part of the $118 million widening and improvement project of Interstate 64 in Shelby County, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a traffic shift on KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) on Wednesday, Jan. 7.
Traffic on KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) will be shifted to the newly constructed bridge over I-64 at approximately 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 7. Once the shift is implemented, the I-64 West on-ramp from KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) will remain closed for approximately three to four days. The newly constructed I-64 East on-ramp from KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road), and the I-64 West off-ramp to KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) will open following the traffic shift.
As work progresses, nightly closures of I-64 are to be expected for the demolition of the existing KY 53 (Mt. Eden Road) bridge over I-64. Details on upcoming nightly closures will be shared when available.
Work being performed is part of the I-64 widening and improvement project in Shelby County, which began in February of 2025. The project will increase capacity, upgrade a key interchange, and modernize bridges, ensuring a more efficient and reliable transportation network for motorists.
The nearly three-year project includes widening and pavement upgrades of an 11-mile section of I-64, reconstruction of the KY 53 interchange, rebuilding of three bridges over I-64, and widening of four existing I-64 bridges. These improvements will enhance daily travel while also supporting future growth in the region.
The interstate project is expected to be completed by the Fall of 2027. More details, including project timelines and traffic impacts, will be shared online as work progresses. Motorists are encouraged to sign up for email alerts regarding traffic impacts pertaining to the project.
The date and duration of this work may be adjusted if inclement weather or other unforeseen delays occur. For the latest traffic and travel updates across the Commonwealth of Kentucky, visit goky.ky.gov. Information specific to District 5 counties is also available on Facebook and X.
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