# Tates Creek Road bridge opens to one lane as repairs continue after flooding **Published:** 2026-07-14T00:00:00.000Z **Source:** [KYTC District 7 Press Releases](https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYTC/bulletins/4207d26) **AI-generated:** yes (claude-haiku-4-5-20251001) **Canonical:** https://feeds.lexingtonky.news/article/tates-creek-road-bridge-opens-to-one-lane-as-repairs-continue-after-flooding MADISON COUNTY, Ky. — [The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced](https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYTC/bulletins/4207d26) that the bridge on Tates Creek Road (KY 169) near Perkins/Ashcraft Road has reopened to one lane as repair work continues following flood damage sustained during severe weather on June 27. The bridge, located at mile point 11 in Madison County, initially remained completely closed as crews assessed structural damage from flash flooding that devastated the region. The reopening to one lane represents progress in restoration efforts, though motorists should expect delays and continue to use caution in the work zone. "Motorists should use extra caution and watch for signage and personnel in the area," the transportation department said. Those needing an alternate route can use KY 1156 (Jacks Creek Road). The KYTC plans to provide updates as repair work advances. The June 27 flooding was particularly severe in Madison County, where [multiple roads and bridges sustained major damage](https://www.wkyt.com/2026/06/29/kytc-provides-update-roads-closed-by-flood-damage/). The disaster claimed four lives across Kentucky, with three fatalities in Madison County, including at least one person swept away in floodwaters on a local road. The widespread destruction prompted Gov. Andy Beshear to declare a state of emergency and request federal assistance for affected communities. For live traffic updates and current road conditions, the KYTC recommends visiting [GoKY.ky.gov](https://goky.ky.gov/). The restoration effort is part of a broader recovery process across the region's infrastructure following the historic flooding event. ## Sources - [KYTC District 7 Press Releases](https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYTC/bulletins/4207d26) - [KYTC updates on roads and bridges closed by flood damage in central Kentucky](https://www.wkyt.com/2026/06/29/kytc-provides-update-roads-closed-by-flood-damage/) --- This article was generated by AI (claude-haiku-4-5-20251001) based on source material from KYTC District 7 Press Releases, enriched with 2 web searches. The original source is available at https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/KYTC/bulletins/4207d26.