Lane Closures on I-64 and West Oak Street Closure Impact Monday Morning Commute

Louisville Traffic Overview: Monday, February 9, 2026

Commuters in Louisville should prepare for several key road closures and lane restrictions this morning. While major interstates are largely flowing at normal speeds, specific bridge work and utility projects are causing localized bottlenecks. Motorists are advised to allow for an extra 10 to 15 minutes of travel time if their routes involve West Oak Street or the Gene Snyder Freeway.

Major Interstate and Highway Updates

• I-64 East and West: Work continues on the bridge replacement project near mile point 11.799, close to the Cannons Lane (Exit 10) and Watterson Expressway (I-264) interchange. Expect intermittent lane closures throughout the day as crews finalize project items.
• Gene Snyder Freeway (KY 841 North): The left lane remains closed between mile points 35.0 and 37.7 near the East End Tunnel. This closure is necessary for traffic camera replacement and maintenance. Drivers should use caution when approaching the tunnel area.
• I-65 Central Corridor: While major closures for the bridge replacement project are slated for later this summer, preliminary work is visible between the Watterson Expressway and the Muhammad Ali Boulevard interchange. No significant lane restrictions are reported for this morning's peak hours.

Local Roadwork and Closures

• West Oak Street: A full closure is in effect between 7th Street and 9th Street for roadway excavation and repairs. This closure is scheduled to last through February 10. Small vehicles may experience minor delays, but large commercial vehicles are being detoured to Broadway (eastbound) or Breckinridge Street (westbound).
• Chenoweth Lane (KY 1932): Roadway modifications between Shelbyville Road and Brownsboro Road are resulting in intermittent lane closures. Flagging operations are expected to be active between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM today.
• River Road: The Louisville Water Company’s residual line project remains active between Zorn Avenue and Prospect. While the road is open, expect construction equipment and occasional delays near work zones.
• Blevins Gap Road: This route remains closed near Saw Mill Road for a culvert replacement project. Local access is maintained from Dixie Highway and Stonestreet Road, but through-traffic is not permitted.

TARC and Public Transit

The Transit Authority of River City (TARC) reports that all routes are currently operating on regular schedules. Recent winter weather detours have been fully lifted, though some morning routes may experience minor delays of 2-5 minutes due to standard rush-hour congestion. Commuters are reminded of recent service adjustments to airport-bound routes due to budget realignment; please check your specific route schedule for any timing shifts that took effect earlier this month.