KY 40 in Martin County to Close for Two Culvert Replacements Beginning Nov. 30
Work in Inez will take place at one location at a time
PIKEVILLE, Ky. (Nov. 12, 2026) – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 12 advises motorists of upcoming closures on KY 40 in Inez in Martin County beginning Monday, Nov. 30, to replace two culverts with new aluminum box culverts.
Contractor Frederick and May will complete the replacements one at a time, beginning at mile point 11.5.
The anticipated schedule is:
● Mile point 11.5- Closure begins Nov. 30, with completion tentatively scheduled for Dec. 15.
● Mile point 9.6- Closure begins after the first location reopens, with completion anticipated by Dec. 25.
During either closure, traffic will be detoured from KY 40 to KY 645, then onto KY 3 and back to KY 40. Motorists traveling in the opposite direction will follow the same route in reverse. Drivers should follow posted detour signs and allow extra travel time.
Crews are expected to work daily from approximately 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., or dusk. Through traffic will not be permitted at the active replacement location.
Message boards, temporary warning signs, detour signs, cones, barrels and barricades will guide motorists near the work areas.
Drivers are urged to use caution, watch for workers and equipment, and obey all signs and barricades.
Completion dates are tentative and may change due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
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