News Item #1638

From Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 5:

UPDATED TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Overnight Lane and Ramp Closures on I-64 Tonight in Shelby County
Contract crews to mill and pave ramp as part of I-64 widening project

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Oct. 15, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) advises motorists of overnight lane and ramp closures on Interstate 64 tonight as part of the $118 million widening and improvement project of I-64 in Shelby County .

The overnight lane and ramp closures were originally scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 14, but have been rescheduled for tonight. The traffic impacts and work remain the same; only the date has changed.

The upcoming overnight lane and ramp closures are necessary for contract crews to mill and pave the interstate ramp as work continues to progress on the project. Details of the upcoming traffic restrictions are listed below.

Beginning Thursday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m., through Friday, Oct. 16, at 6 a.m.:

• The I-64 West on-ramp from KY 55 (Taylorsville Road) will be closed.

In addition to the listed overnight ramp closure, a right lane closure is expected along the interstate to accommodate milling and paving operations. Motorists should heed signage, use caution when traveling through the work zone, and plan ahead for travel delays.

All work being performed is part of the $118 million I-64 widening and improvement project in Shelby County, which began in February 2025. The project will increase capacity, upgrade a key interchange, and modernize bridges, ensuring a more efficient and reliable transportation network for motorists. 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 weekly 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 .