PIKEVILLE, Ky. (June 30, 2025) –The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) District 12 advises the public that KY 7 South will be closed at mile point 9.8 near Letcher High School Drive in Letcher County beginning Tuesday, July 1, at 7:30 a.m. due to scheduled railroad repairs by CSX Transportation.
CSX crews will be performing maintenance and repairs to the rail crossing, requiring a full closure of KY 7 at the work site. The road is expected to remain closed through Thursday morning, July 3, at 7:00 a.m., though an earlier reopening is possible if weather conditions allow.
Motorists must use an alternate route during the closure. Detour signage will be posted.
Please do not attempt to bypass barricades and always use caution when driving in the area.
All questions or concerns related to this work should be directed to CSX Transportation.
