FRANKFORT, Ky. — The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet will close sections of U.S. 25 (Lexington Road) in Madison County from Monday, Oct. 5, through Wednesday, Oct. 7, for pavement saw-cutting work designed to prevent joint failures and extend roadway life, according to a KYTC District 7 press release.

Work will occur from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day, weather permitting. The closure schedule varies daily, with different sections of the highway affected each day to allow crews to progress through the project area systematically.

On Monday, U.S. 25 will close from mile point 24 (Clay Lane) to mile point 25.3, south of the Kentucky 627 (Boonesborough Road) intersection. Due to work progressing ahead of schedule, crews will also begin work within Tuesday's planned closure limits on Monday afternoon, closing U.S. 25 from mile point 22.5 (Colonel Road) to mile point 24 (Clay Lane).

Tuesday's closures will shift to mile point 22.5 (Colonel Road) to mile point 24 (Clay Lane), while Wednesday's work will affect mile point 20.3 (Derby Chase Drive) to mile point 22.5 (Colonel Road).

Motorists are advised to use Kentucky 627 (Boonesborough Road) and Interstate 75, exiting at Exit 90A to continue southbound on U.S. 25. Detour signage and message boards will guide drivers around the work zones, with flaggers positioned to assist local traffic. Residents within closure limits will maintain access to their properties, and emergency vehicles will be permitted through at all times.

All work is tentative and subject to change based on weather conditions and other factors beyond the department's control. For live traffic updates, motorists can visit GoKy.ky.gov.