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KY 8 Licking River Bridge Replacement

Your source for the KY 8 Licking River Bridge replacement. Find critical info on the temporary closure, detours, shuttle service, and the new bridge design connecting Covington and Newport.


KYTC: Roadway Reconfiguration on 12th Street (Girl Scout) Bridge to Enhance Safety for All Road Users

COVINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 6, 2025) – As part of a continued commitment to provide safer roads for all users, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) announces a roadway reconfiguration on the 12th Street (KY 1120) bridge over the Licking River between Covington and Newport. The new configuration will provide two driving lanes and two dedicated bike lanes separated from vehicular traf...

TANK & KYTC Announce Licking River Link Shuttle

COVINGTON, Ky. - The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) are partnering to provide accommodations for safe passage during the construction of the KY 8 Licking River Bridge Replacement Project. TANK Shuttle Service The shuttle service is intended to provide a viable transportation option for those who rely on the Fourth Street brid...

Bridging the Gap: Construction Guide

Keeping our community moving during major infrastructure improvements  COVINGTON, Ky. – The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is leading two major bridge construction projects that will impact Covington in the months ahead: the KY 8 Licking River Bridge Replacement and the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project.  While the City of Covington is not overseeing the constructi...