The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project is designed to invest in local communities and help grow America’s economy. @ODOT_Statewide and @KYTC will be sharing information about it here. Follow to stay up-to-date with the latest information. Learn more at brentspencebridgecorridor.co…

The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project is retaining the historic character of Longworth Hall — in a sustainable way! Combs & Weisbrod Masonry, Inc. is sorting and cleaning over 70,000 salvaged bricks for reuse. The bricks were collected during the demolition of the eastern end of Longworth Hall. They’ll be used to reconstruct the east façade of the building, recreating the look of the original façade from 1904.

We are saddened by the loss of a Walsh-Kokosing crew member while operating equipment at a Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project job site in Ohio on Saturday. We offer sincere condolences to their loved ones and colleagues. We take the safety of everyone working on this major project seriously, and we will continue to stay informed with Walsh-Kokosing and any investigative agencies to learn more about the situation.

Confident bids start with accurate estimates. If you’re a small business or emerging heavy civil contractor or consultant, join the next FREE business development series session on Tuesday, Oct. 20 to learn the best practices for estimating and bidding. Check out the full schedule and register here: form.jotform.com/24213682484…

LINN STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT UPDATE I-75 South closing this weekend for beam installation The southbound lanes of Interstate 75 will be closed this weekend for beam installation as part of the Linn Street Bridge Replacement and Reconstruction project, weather permitting. On Friday, October 16, I-75 South will be closed at the Freeman Avenue exit (Exit 1F) beginning at 11 p.m. for contractors to complete the installation of girders for the new Linn Street overpass bridge between W. Eighth and W. Court streets. The closure of southbound I-75, which will extend to the Ninth Street/Eighth Street Viaduct entrance ramp, will be in effect until 5 a.m. Monday, October 19. Along with the interstate closure, the entrance to I-75 South from the Western Hills Viaduct will be closed. Friday, October 16: The entrance ramp from the Western Hills Viaduct to I-75 South will be closed at 9 p.m. - Additional lane restrictions on I-75 South, from just north of the Norwood Lateral to the Freeman Avenue exit, will go into effect after the entrance ramps are closed. - Beginning at 11 p.m. Friday, I-75 South will be closed at the Freeman Avenue (Exit 1F) exit ramp, with access maintained to Freeman Avenue. - The closures will remain in place until 5 a.m. Monday, October 19. Motorists will be able to re-enter I-75 South at the Ninth Street/Eighth Street Viaduct entrance ramp. Thru and heavy truck traffic should detour by way of S.R. 562/Norwood Lateral and I-71 South to help mitigate congestion and avoid additional delays. Local traffic may detour by way of Freeman Avenue, Mehring Way, Elm Street and Third Street to re-enter I-75/71 South. In the event the work is cancelled due to weather or other unanticipated events, it will be postponed to the weekend of November 6-9.

WIND TESTING MODEL EXHIBIT AT CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER A piece of the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project’s history is getting a second life – and a new home in the community. The 14-foot-long steel and concrete model of the future Companion Bridge used by engineers during the design process is now part of Cincinnati Museum Center’s (CMC’s) Shape the City exhibit. The 1:140-scale model was tested in a specialized wind tunnel to help engineers confirm that the bridge’s first-of-its-kind design will remain stable in extreme wind conditions for a century to come. Now, visitors can see that same replica up close and learn more about the science, engineering and innovation behind one of the nation’s largest infrastructure projects. Donating the model to the CMC reflects the project team’s commitment to being a good neighbor to the community they serve. While the real companion bridge rises from the water as we watch, the exhibit gives Greater Cincinnati a unique look at the work behind it – and, project leaders hope, inspires some of the region’s future engineers, designers and builders.

From the archives, looking southeast toward Pier No. 4 and the approach piers on the Kentucky side. Photo taken on Nov. 15, 1962, approximately one year before the Brent Spence Bridge opened to traffic. #TBT

PROJECT DESIGN BY THE NUMBERS ✅ 2 million combined design hours (ODOT, KYTC and Walsh Kokosing team) ☑️ 300+ full-time designers ✅ 52 subcontractors ☑️ 309,000 yards of structural concrete ✅ 95M pounds of structural steel (5 x Paycor stadium)

Create a strong, lasting first impression. This Tuesday, Oct. 13 at Longworth Hall, our next FREE educational course is focused on crafting your perfect pitch. Get the tools you need to develop your marketing skills and grow your business. Check out the full schedule and register here: form.jotform.com/24213682484…

Check out the October Flyover Update! In this preview, Tommy Arnold, Ohio Department of Transportation Project Manager, shares what's happening with construction in Ohio at Lot 1, and the new traffic patterns and temporary ramp connecting to Third Street. Tune in monthly as we take you high above the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor for an aerial look at construction progress and the changes taking shape from Ohio to Kentucky. Follow this link and click on "View Progress Via Flyover Video" to see the Corridor from a whole new perspective: brentspencebridgecorridor.co…

Introducing our first Flyover Update! In this preview, Stacee Hans, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Project Manager, offers details on construction work taking place in Kentucky on the east side of I-71 and I-75, including new roadways near Goebel Park and work taking place on 5th Street. Every month, we’ll take you high above the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor for an aerial look at construction progress and the changes taking shape from Kentucky to Ohio. Follow this link and click on "View Progress Via Flyover Video" to see the Corridor from a whole new perspective: brentspencebridgecorridor.co…

GETTING TO THE GLOW: A BLINK TRAVEL GUIDE If you’re heading to BLINK this Thursday, October 8, through Sunday, October 11, a little route planning can brighten your night. There are many options to get under the lights, regardless of the destination or the direction you’re heading. If you’re looking for an easy way to get downtown without driving, there are several transit options with Metro. In Northern Kentucky, TANK offers great options in Covington, Newport and Bellevue. If you decide to drive, here are the best ways to join the fun: SOUTHBOUND TO DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI AND COVINGTON Traveling south on I-75 in Ohio, the options to get to downtown Cincinnati include: Freeman Avenue (Exit 1F) Seventh Street (Exit 1E) Fifth Street (Exit 1C) New Temporary Third Street Ramp (Exit 1A) Continuing south across the Brent Spence Bridge to Covington, use: Fifth Street/Crescent Avenue (Exit 192) or Pike Street/12th Street/MLK Jr. Boulevard (Exit 191) NORTHBOUND FROM KENTUCKY Traveling north on I-71/75 in Kentucky, the best route to Covington is the Fifth Street exit (Exit 192). Continuing north across the Brent Spence Bridge into Cincinnati, motorists may follow: Fifth Street (Exit 1C) or U.S. 50/West Sixth Street (Exit 1D) to the Linn Street exit EASTBOUND When traveling eastbound on U.S. 50/West Sixth Street, the best exits to reach downtown Cincinnati include: Freeman Avenue to Mehring Way New Temporary Third Street Ramp Fifth Street WESTBOUND Traveling westbound on U.S. 50/Columbia Parkway, all access points are open, so drivers can make their way to downtown by way of Third Street, Sixth Street or Pike to Fourth Street. NAVIGATING DOWNTOWN STREETS ELM STREET Elm Street is now two-way between Second Street and Third Street downtown, providing another route using Mehring Way to get to The Banks. Drivers are encouraged to check their favorite navigation app to find the best way from their current location to their preferred destination.

There’s a lot happening on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project, and even more ahead. Hear directly from our Ohio and Kentucky project managers as they break down plans for construction and explain how years of planning and coordination are coming together to get the project built as safely and quickly as possible while maintaining access to Cincinnati and Covington. 🎥 Watch the latest video update on our website for an inside look at what drivers and communities can expect later this year and in 2027: brentspencebridgecorridor.co…

The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project team is launching a free educational series to help small businesses succeed. Small businesses and emerging heavy civil contractors and consultants are invited to attend a free series of workshops focusing on marketing, operations, financial management and more. Join us on Tuesdays from 8 to 10 a.m. at Longworth Hall. Attend any session of interest or attend them all! Check out the full schedule and register here: form.jotform.com/24213682484…

The latest Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project newsletter has been published! ✅ YOUR TRAVEL OPTIONS HEADING TO BLINK ✅ GOOD NEWS FROM BEHIND THE BARRELS ✅ PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROJECT: MEET ALEXIS JONES ✅ FREE SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP SERIES BEGINS THIS FALL Follow this link to read the latest issue and subscribe: brentspencebridgecorridor.co…

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SIGN UP FOR TRAVEL ADVISORIES It’s happening! Heavy construction is under way, and that means we’ll sometimes need new routes to familiar places. Don’t worry – the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project team has got you covered so you stay in the know. Make sure you’re in the loop by signing up for our dedicated travel advisory email or text alerts, delivered right to your phone. You’ll receive timely updates, including: ⚠️Travel advisories and detour notices 🗓️Construction schedule information 👍Milestones and progress updates Check out our Travel Advisories page and sign up here: brentspencebridgecorridor.co… Know anyone who should be in the loop? Tag them in the comments.

EASTBOUND U.S. 50 RAMP CLOSURE TO I-75 SOUTHBOUND To construct a new alignment for eastbound U.S. 50/W. Sixth Street to southbound I-75, crews will close the U.S. 50 eastbound exit ramp to I-75 South starting Sunday, September 27. To support this closure, which will be in place through early next year, the I-75 southbound traffic lanes from U.S. 50 to Third Street will be shifted to the right. Additionally, short-term lane closures will take place on eastbound U.S. 50 in advance of the closure for overhead signage installation. Eastbound U.S. 50 Lane Closures - Short-term lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 eastbound from State Avenue to I-75 for overhead signage installation on Saturday, September 26, beginning at 5 p.m. - Traffic will be maintained with at least one lane at all times. - All lanes are expected to reopen by 11 p.m. on September 26. Eastbound U.S. 50 Ramp Closure to I-75 Southbound - The U.S. 50 eastbound exit ramp to I-75 southbound will close for alignment construction in the evening on Sunday, September 27. - Detour: Signage will direct traffic to continue to Fifth Street, to right on Race Street, then to Third Street to take the on ramp to I-75 South. - The ramp will reopen in approximately four months. Visit the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project website to view maps and sign up for text and email travel alerts: brentspencebridgecorridor.co…