03/09/2026
Traffic Advisory for the Franklin R. Sousley Campus. The following information comes from a press release from the Kentucky Department of Transportation, District 7.
Expect delays outbound Leestown Road at New Circle in Lexington:
One lane of outbound Leestown Road (US 421) north to close from just past Lisle Industrial Avenue to Greendale Road. Beginning at 7 a.m., Monday, March 9, the right lane of Leestown Road northbound will close. One lane of traffic will be open throughout construction, with the left turn lanes also remaining open. Monday, March 9, weather permitting:
- At 7 a.m., Leestown Road (US 421) will close the far right northbound (outbound) lane.
- The closure will occur at the point where the road widens just past Lisle Road and continue to Greendale Road (mile markers 1.25-2.30).
- One lane of traffic will be open throughout construction, with the left turn lanes open.
- Delays are possible; please plan accordingly.
The work is part of the New Circle Road widening project. When complete in 2027, the project will increase the capacity and operation of New Circle Road and the Leestown Interchange, improving safety and travel times in this rapidly-growing area of Lexington. Find more information online at DrivingLexingtonProgress.org.
All work/closures are scheduled on a tentative basis, and subject to change depending on weather conditions, emergencies and other factors beyond the control of the Department of Highways.
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