TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Closure Scheduled for U.S. 25 (Old Richmond Road) in Fayette County

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Kentucky Transportation Cabinet • District 7

          Media Contacts: Brooklyn Mcintosh
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Temporary Closure Scheduled for U.S. 25 (Old Richmond Road) in Fayette County

Closure necessary for paving operations

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 20, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of a temporary closure scheduled for U.S. 25 (Old Richmond Road) in Fayette County on Thursday, Oct. 22. The closure is necessary to allow crews to safely complete paving operations.

On Thursday, Oct. 22, U.S. 25 (Old Richmond Road) will be closed between Walnut Hill Road and Delong Road (mile points 7.1 to 7.5) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., weather permitting

Motorists may use the following alternate routes:

  • Northbound: KY 1973 (South Cleveland Road) to KY 418 (Athens Boonesboro Road)
  • Southbound: KY 418 (Athens Boonesboro Road) to KY 1973 (South Cleveland Road)

Message boards will be in place at the northbound and southbound I-75 off-ramps, as well as near each end of the closure, to alert motorists of the closure and alternate routes.

All work/closures are scheduled on a tentative basis, and subject to change depending on weather conditions, emergencies and other factors beyond the control of the Department of Highways.

For live traffic updates, visit: GoKy.ky.gov

District 7 includes: Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Garrard, Jessamine, Madison, Mercer, Montgomery, Scott and Woodford Counties.