Madison - CR-1236

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the Executive Office of the Commonwealth of Kentucky $17.1 million on September 9, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) to fund roadway improvements in Madison County, Kentucky. The project, designated MADISON - CR-1236, encompasses construction and improvements across multiple state and county routes, including Caleast Road (KY 2881), John Ballard Road (KY 2877), and CR-1236, extending from Duncannon Road to Madison County Airport. Additionally, the project includes construction of a new bridge over Silver Creek. The work is scheduled for completion by May 31, 2028.

This Highway Planning and Construction grant supports Kentucky's transportation infrastructure objectives by improving regional connectivity and safety through highway reconstruction, widening, and bridge replacement activities. As a state-administered Federal-aid Highway Program project, the Commonwealth of Kentucky will manage planning, design, environmental compliance, and construction oversight in accordance with FHWA requirements and applicable federal regulations.

Project description

Proposed roadway improvements from duncannon RD to the madison CO airport to include caleast RD (KY 2881 MP.783-MP 2.780), john ballard RD (KY 2877 MP0-MP.806 & CR 1236 MP0-MP.429) from menelaus to airport RD, & a new bridge over silver CR.