The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is advising motorists of a widening and safety improvement project on KY 536, also known as Mt. Zion Road/Bristow Road, in Kenton County.
Crews will work on KY 536 for 1.54 miles, from west of the KY 1303 intersection (0.96-mile point) to west of Williamswoods Drive (2.50-mile point).
The project includes the following improvements:
- Widening throughout the project area from two lanes of vehicular traffic to four lanes to reduce congestion and improve traffic efficiency.
- A multi-use path will be built on both sides of KY 536 to improve bicycle/pedestrian connectivity.
- Widening an overpass bridge over a nearby railroad.
- Curb/gutter improvements along with storm sewer and drainage work.
Additionally, two roundabouts will be built to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion and increase safety. These roundabouts will be located at the following intersections:
- KY 536 and KY 1303
- KY 536 and Hogrefe Road
Motorists should expect delays in the project area as crews progress through the project and are encouraged to find alternate routes to avoid traffic backups. Clearing operations are now underway. This work may involve several traffic impacts for equipment moving in and out of the work zone.
This project will require traffic switches and other new traffic patterns. Message boards will be in place to warn motorists of any upcoming traffic pattern changes.
The $30,750,725 project was awarded to Eaton Asphalt Paving Company of Walton. It is expected to be completed in Spring 2027.