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Frankfort Reporter
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Gov. Andy Beshear joined Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Friday to announce that the two states have received federal environmental approval to move the $3.6 billion Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project forward, without tolls.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has issued a decision that ends the federal environmental review, allowing the project to advance to design and construction.
“The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project is a testament to what can happen when we work together to get things done,” said Gov. Beshear. “The federal approval is a major milestone for us, and we’re grateful to all our partners and communities for their feedback. We look forward to completing this project, which will further boost our economic growth and create more good jobs for our families.”
“This is an important step forward in bringing efficiency to our nation’s supply chain,” stated Gov. DeWine. “The project will address one of the worst truck bottlenecks in the nation by improving safety and travel on an interstate connection that carries more than $400 billion worth of freight every year. It’s also a big step in reducing the frustration and inconvenience drivers have experienced in the corridor for more than 20 years.”
FHWA’s determination with the “Finding of No Significant Impact” (FONSI) is based on a supplemental environmental assessment conducted by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) and the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). The assessment evaluated the social, economic and environmental effects of the project as well as measures to mitigate unavoidable impacts. The decision is also based on FHWA’s consideration of public and agency comments received during the public comment period.
KYTC and ODOT have conducted 16 neighborhood meetings and two open house events since late 2022 to solicit comments on the project plan.
“Stakeholder participation has been invaluable to the project team as we make plans to deliver a transportation solution that will benefit communities and all road users,” said KYTC Secretary Jim Gray. “Their voices, and the voices of everyone in the region, have and will continue to play an important role in making this project a success for residents on both sides of the river.”
The Brent Spence Bridge carries Interstate 71 and Interstate 75 traffic across the Ohio River between Covington and Cincinnati.
More information about the project is available at BrentSpenceBridgeCorridor.com. Work is slated to begin later this year, with substantial completion by 2029.
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