Traffic patterns have shifted again at the roundabout under construction at the intersection of Old Hartford Road, Fairview Drive, and Foors Lane, as crews move into the next phase of the project.
Foors Lane, a stretch of which had been closed for several weeks south of the intersection, has now reopened to traffic. In its place, a portion of KY 298 (Old Hartford Road) southeast of the intersection has closed, including the entrance to the Stone Creek subdivision from Old Hartford Road. Fairview Drive remains open.
The roundabout itself is not yet fully operational, and the intersection is currently functioning as a three-way stop with temporary traffic patterns in place.
Drivers traveling south on Old Hartford Road will stop at the roundabout. Rather than taking the new lane that curves right into the future roundabout, motorists should continue straight to the left of the center island. From there, they can turn left onto Fairview Drive or right onto Foors Lane.
Drivers approaching from Foors Lane will stay to the right of the roundabout. After stopping, they can continue straight onto Fairview Drive or turn left onto Old Hartford Road.
Motorists approaching from Fairview Drive will stop at the intersection before either continuing straight onto Foors Lane or turning right onto Old Hartford Road.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced earlier this year that construction would take place in multiple phases, with changing traffic patterns throughout the project. The roundabout is designed to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion at the busy intersection while also improving safety.
Transportation officials have said roundabouts reduce the number of conflict points found in traditional intersections and have been shown nationally to decrease both overall and fatal crashes.
Construction is expected to continue through the fall, with the project scheduled for completion by mid-November. Motorists are encouraged to slow down, watch for signage, and use caution as traffic patterns continue to evolve.
